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as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
I really dig bluegrass music
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as in to know
to have a clear idea of
can you dig what I'm saying?
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as in insult
an act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings
got in a couple of digs about lawyers at my friend's expense
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as in apartment
digs plural
a room or set of rooms in a private house or a block used as a separate dwelling place
check out my new digs on the north side of town
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Recent Examples of dig
Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2025
Finch has been tentative to dig beyond his top eight veterans for answers in key spots throughout the season.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 24 May 2025
David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
This is not a dig at Bella Ramsey, who is doing her level best with what she’s been given.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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Verb
Some weeds do need digging, such as dandelions, which have a deep taproot like a carrot.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2025
Finch has been tentative to dig beyond his top eight veterans for answers in key spots throughout the season.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 24 May 2025
Noun
Playing an egotist with a roguish appeal to which only his daughters are immune, Skarsgard stirs in wry humor (and a funny Netflix dig) about being an aging arthouse director whose success is behind him.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
This is not a dig at Bella Ramsey, who is doing her level best with what she’s been given.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dig
Verb
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Photos show archaeologists carefully excavating the rectangular work, with parts of it covered under layers of dirt.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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Fred and Rose West were arrested in 1994, after police got a search warrant to excavate their property.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
14 May 2025
Verb
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Chris Hemsworth is enjoying spending some time with his sons in paradise.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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The few canneries based in the United States are enjoying the rise in popularity among Americans.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
27 May 2025
Verb
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They are also known as direct-to-participant trials or virtual studies.1 DCTs may offer several benefits, including convenience for participants.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
31 May 2025
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Forget iOS 19: Apple To Launch iPhone 17 With Radically Different Software, Report Says Software in the iPhone knows your location and is able to spot the satellites passing overhead to guide you where to point.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
Verb
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Within seconds, Phaedra poked fun at newbies Brit Eady, Angela Oakley, and Kelli Ferrell.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
25 May 2025
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These two words have become an international meme, poking fun at Trump, especially since Putin ignored him.—
Trudy Rubin,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Though Nicole reserves her harshest jabs for Jorgeous, the real heat is between Tina and Mistress.—
Chris Feil,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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Admittedly, Al wasn't a huge fan of Patrick's little brother tagging along on their outing and began referring to him as his Little House on the Prairie character, Albert, to poke little jabs.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
21 May 2025
Noun
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They were quickly showered with boos and insults, along with various food items and beverages, including my mother’s large Pepsi.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2025
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Students understood the insult – and its historical sting.—
Simon Montlake,
Christian Science Monitor,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Jack Klugman portrayed Oscar, and Tony Randall played Felix, and their differing household standards led to lots of comedic clashes as the pair shared a New York City apartment.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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Two suspects have been arrested and charged in connection with the kidnapping and torture of a cryptocurrency business partner in a SoHo luxury apartment in New York City, according to the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and local media reports.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
Verb
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After Hart shoveled the ball to Jalen Brunson, Andrew Nembhard stymied Brunson, causing the ball to go out of bounds and nearly forcing a turnover.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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He's also noticed that workers often shovel coal in bouts, working hard in teams of two or three, and then all taking breaks together.—
Jonathan Lambert,
NPR,
18 May 2025
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“Dig.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dig. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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