dug up
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
He drew a standing ovation when he continued: “Now, as every single piece of that past and journey gets dug up, litigated and weaponized, you have my back.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Essentially, for every 100 pounds of rock dug up, there are five pounds of rare earth oxides.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
He called Citi and then dug up a number for the real Lufthansa.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
On Saturday, there was a hole in the ground in the corner of the village cemetery where a grave had been dug up.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
He questioned women who’d heard the rappings, men who’d dug up the basement, and families who’d lived in the house before.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
