digs
Example Sentences
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While the two candidates have needled each other with personal digs and insults throughout much of the campaign, they appeared to set that energy aside during the Clovis forum and even traded some compliments.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
The PAC will be asking some awkward questions as it digs around royal leases and finds out what is being paid.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
At the sequel’s premiere in London last week, Streep told reporters the new movie digs deeply into what’s happening today.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026
During previous tech booms, those flush with cash were looking for flashy digs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
Dr. Martin has plans to make, Axel has eagles to watch in the tree, Lark digs through her own black bag; Byrd does not get a response.
From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers
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