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digging in

VERB

begin with enthusiasm

Synonyms

WEAK

bite burrow chew commence consume delve eat rise set about spring start eating

Antonyms

WEAK

avoid delay postpone procrastinate

Example Sentences

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Now, it seems both sides are digging in.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

That would be pretty interesting — though we’ll be digging in and discussing it, either way.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

“Trying hard to amend,” Mr. Mandelson replied, “Treasury digging in but I am on case.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Chelsea showed their resilience when they fought back from 2-0 down to draw with Newcastle and I can see them digging in again here, to end Villa's winning run.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2025

Hospital regulations say that I have to wear a gown, so when I’m situated, my mother shakes out a napkin, tucks it in my gown collar, and fusses until everything’s arranged and I’m digging in.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen