deep dive
noun
plural deep dives
: an exhaustive investigation, study, or analysis of a question or topic
A deep dive into 2018 congressional transcripts found that female representatives spent more than twice as much time on health care in their speeches as male legislators did.—
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Mattie KahnAfter discovering that his late father was a war hero, a son takes a deep dive into World War II and the terrors of the Nazi regime.—Kirkus Reviews
Kirkus ReviewsWhat begins as a deep dive into the business practices of multilevel marketing and direct sales companies … becomes something larger, and even more rage-inducing: a story about the enviable perks of being rich and well connected in America.—Pete Keeley
Pete KeeleyYet a deep dive into the far reaches of Instagram reveals that a golden age of tattoos has arrived …—Monica Kim
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Podcasts, for instance, can be particularly effective for leadership communications and can be a great way to take a deep dive into more complex cybersecurity issues.
—Elizabeth Baskin, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Details and deep dives Hoenig and her colleagues analyzed the survey data each year and put out detailed reports on the prevalence of mental health problems and substance use.
—Rhitu Chatterjee, NPR, 29 May 2025
The book will discuss disability as a cultural movement through a deep dive into pop culture and history.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 29 May 2025
Along with a deep dive into these top stories, the newsletter highlights key developments in the U.K. and essential events that are set to make waves.
—Ian King, CNBC, 28 May 2025
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Elizabeth Baskin, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Details and deep dives Hoenig and her colleagues analyzed the survey data each year and put out detailed reports on the prevalence of mental health problems and substance use.
—Rhitu Chatterjee, NPR, 29 May 2025
The book will discuss disability as a cultural movement through a deep dive into pop culture and history.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 29 May 2025
Along with a deep dive into these top stories, the newsletter highlights key developments in the U.K. and essential events that are set to make waves.
—Ian King, CNBC, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for deep dive
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“Deep dive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deep%20dive. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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