1
as in excavating
to hollow out or form (something) by removing earth
a backhoe dug a hole in the backyard to make a swimming pool
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2
as in enjoying
to take pleasure in
I really dig bluegrass music
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3
as in knowing
to have a clear idea of
can you dig what I'm saying?
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4
as in poking
to urge or push forward with or as if with a pointed object
every time I slowed down, he'd dig me in the ribs
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Recent Examples of digging
Price may attract attention initially, but many patients continue digging deeper before committing.
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Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 18 June 2026
Aided by Rachel, David begins digging through the past to figure out what happened to Matthew.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 18 June 2026
Pluto retrograde in Aquarius, on the other hand, is essentially digging through the collective basement.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026
As the Sox keep on laughing and digging.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
But digging our way out of the problem is a long-term solution.
—Jackie Cooperman, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2026
Instead of digging around your attic for a box at every birthday and holiday, keep a supply of Tupperware containers handy.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
At first, Dawit would spend long days digging sacks of earth and sifting it in the river.
—Claire Wilmot & Gisa Tunbridge, The Dial, 12 June 2026
First responders have been busy digging through the destruction.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 18 June 2026
Aided by Rachel, David begins digging through the past to figure out what happened to Matthew.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 18 June 2026
Pluto retrograde in Aquarius, on the other hand, is essentially digging through the collective basement.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026
As the Sox keep on laughing and digging.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
But digging our way out of the problem is a long-term solution.
—Jackie Cooperman, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2026
Instead of digging around your attic for a box at every birthday and holiday, keep a supply of Tupperware containers handy.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
At first, Dawit would spend long days digging sacks of earth and sifting it in the river.
—Claire Wilmot & Gisa Tunbridge, The Dial, 12 June 2026
First responders have been busy digging through the destruction.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for digging
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Northwestern plans to start excavating the site later this year but still needs several state and city approvals before launching construction, most likely in 2027.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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Archaeologists excavating an ancient cemetery in Cairo have found a cache of burial objects that could shed new light on funeral practices in one of Egypt‘s most important religious centers.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
1 June 2026
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For the most part, the Croatia and England fans were a happy, cheerful bunch, sporting their teams colors, chanting happy tunes and enjoying the unique experience.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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That means players, staff and coaches are off to parts unknown enjoying their summer break.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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While there are lash-growth serums, lengthening mascaras, and even professional lash extensions, knowing when and how to use each of these methods is what will actually make a difference.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
17 June 2026
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In the face of not knowing what AI will mean or become, our storytelling mind has jumped in to create answers where there are only questions, known in what is unknown.—
Nancy Colier,
Baltimore Sun,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The post included a picture of a baby’s feet poking out from a blanket.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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In Labour circles, there is an old joke poking fun at Burnham’s chameleon-like ability to blend into whichever set of ideas is in vogue on the left at that moment in time.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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Robinson is savoring this World Cup.—
Russell Lewis,
NPR,
12 June 2026
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There’s nothing like that first rush of stardom, and Keem is rising to the occasion and savoring every minute of it.—
Rob Kenner,
VIBE.com,
8 June 2026
Verb
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An education tent will provide free education and resources regarding topics from deciphering Title IX to end-of-life care and self-advocacy.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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Armed with an adventure kit, participants are summoned to a secret location where they’re tasked with deciphering cryptic codes, uncovering hidden symbols, navigating shifting alliances and outwit enemies and operatives stationed around the campus.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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He was tried, convicted and sentenced to 35 years behind bars earlier this month for stabbing and killing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet in Frisco, Texas.—
Kelsie Cairns,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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He was sentenced to life in prison in 1994 for manslaughter, after fatally stabbing a man during a fight.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Kind structure lets your intuition guide practical, loving choices with grace.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
15 June 2026
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Last year, the husband-and-wife duo marked their 28th anniversary with loving messages.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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“Digging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digging. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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