get to the bottom of

Example Sentences

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Jonathan’s curiosity is piqued, and he slips away from his wife’s side to get to the bottom of why they’re being followed — which is revealed to be the novel’s inciting incident.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

GPs, he admits, can often see a red rash and prescribe a steroid cream rather than trying to get to the bottom of what could be causing it.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

It allows leagues to say: “We handed this off to an independent authority with real investigative power. They will get to the bottom of it.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

And he’s still trying to get to the bottom of it!

From Slate • Feb. 19, 2026

It takes a long time before I get to the bottom of why I’m so upset.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins