dig into

The phrase "dig into" can be used in various contexts, from starting to eat enthusiastically to investigating a subject thoroughly.

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Definition

B2Eating

(informal)To start eating with great enthusiasm.

Example

After a long day, he couldn't wait to dig into his dinner.

B2Research

(general)To investigate or examine something in detail.

Example

She decided to dig into the company's history before the interview.

B2Physical Interaction

(general)To press or push into something with force.

Example

The cat's claws dug into the sofa as it stretched.

B2Finance

(informal)To start using a reserve of money or resources.

Example

They had to dig into their savings to pay for the repairs.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "dig into":

dig in dig down dig on dig out dig up look into deep dive shovel out read into dip into drill down get stuck into dredge up check into prat digger get into sink one's teeth into plough into root out cut into tap into dig one's heels in go into cave out break ground go underground rake out rake up shovel test throw dirt pick apart look through bore in plough through