get to the bottom of
Example Sentences
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Through her own PhD research at the University of Nottingham, funded by the National Eczema Society, Bowes is trying to get to the bottom of why TSW has become so difficult and divisive.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
He used this hearing to try to get to the bottom of it.
From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026
The sport survived because fans believed someone independent would get to the bottom of the scandal.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026
The “Iron Man 2” villain said he didn’t know who started the GoFundMe but assured fans he would speak to his lawyer and get to the bottom of it.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
We are a town built on justice, so we are compelled to get to the bottom of this situation.
From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos
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