dig

Example Sentences

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"We dig graves and bury dead people without gloves or any protection," said Salama Bamunoba, a youth organisation representative.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

That was a huge red flag for me that we had to dig deeper.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

To learn when those earthquakes occurred, scientists dig trenches across the scarps and study the displaced layers of soil and sediment.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

In the aftermath, O'Neill spoke about the character of his players and their ability to dig themselves out of trouble, a trait that might be enough to see them retain their title.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The dirt is hard—no way I can dig through by sunrise.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz