1
as in hanging on
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as in chowing (down)
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3
as in curling up
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for digging in
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At the same time, Iryna also was a notorious homebody who often seemed happiest just spending time with family or curling up on the couch or her bed with her sketchbook.—
Julia Coin
April 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2026 -
The extra-wide seat is perfect for curling up or stretching out, and sleek barrel-style arms add a cozy touch.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Apr. 2026
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Even for Silicon Valley startups, keeping up with the pace of change is no easy feat.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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If your skin begins looking red or pink, your body may be having a hard time keeping up, a good indicator to take a break in the shade.—
Julia James,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The ground beneath your feet may be carrying on a kind of conversation.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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Marcos Acosta might seem like an unlikely character to be carrying on the two-century-long tradition of Western American art in Colorado.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Digging in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digging%20in. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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