dig down
The phrase "dig down" can be used both literally and figuratively, referring to excavation, thorough investigation, or financial generosity.
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Definition
B2General
(literal)To excavate or remove material by making a hole.
Example
- The workers had to dig down to lay the foundation for the new building.
B2Finance
(idiomatic)To spend money, especially from savings, to cover expenses.
Example
- We had to dig down into our savings to pay for the unexpected repairs.
B2Investigation
(figurative)To search thoroughly for information or details.
Example
- The journalist had to dig down to uncover the truth behind the scandal.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "dig down":
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