1
as in hanging on
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2
as in chowing (down)
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3
as in curling up
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for digging in
Verb
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But nearly five years have passed since Forza Horizon 5, and FH6 is clearly keeping up with the times.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026 -
Well, American public -- people do because their paychecks are not keeping up with their bills.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
Verb
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Cozying up in this boucle accent chair will feel like curling up in your favorite throw blanket.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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The straight-leg, trouser-leg design looks more polished than typical yoga pants, and the buttery-soft fabric is stretchy and perfect for curling up on a long flight.—
Melony Forcier,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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One was Buck Strickland, Hank Hill’s philandering boss, who has many of LBJ’s characteristics including carrying on conversations while on the toilet.—
Stephen Rodrick,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2026
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Now, Françoise is carrying on his legacy.—
Michael Soncin,
Vanity Fair,
9 June 2026
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“Digging in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digging%20in. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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