dig
Example Sentences
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That’s why is pays to dig deeper and look at the raw or actual jobless claims, which the federal government collects from all states.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
After New Zealand resumed on 37-3, Ravindra and Mitchell were the most likely of their remaining batters to dig in and made England's task harder.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
“My client lied to the police. He lied to his lawyers in this case. And that’s a hard, hard hole to dig out of.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Even home gardeners might dig it, as they contemplate buying chickens.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
“Jay Berry,” she said, “if you dig that hole, those monkeys will push you in it and cover you up, sure as shootin’.”
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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