dug in
Example Sentences
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Before the two dug in, I asked if they had a message for Noma diners.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
When Brennan countered that his name is public information, Noem dug in her heels.
From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026
But it trended downward since the end of the summer, as U.S. tariffs dug in and concern grew at the slow implementation of the new fiscal stimulus.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025
Perhaps determined to set an example to his team-mates after their dismal display on Saturday, captain Ben Stokes dug in for a watchful 50 off 152 balls.
From BBC • Dec. 7, 2025
The librarian slid the knot from her scarf as well, and Miss Grybas dug in her bag.
From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys
