dug in
Example Sentences
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After the US-led coalition liberated Kuwait in 1991, American troops dug in.
From Barron's ● Aug. 25, 2026
Navigating what comes next as both sides are dug in is proving a delicate balance for some business owners.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
When he felt he was right, which was often, he dug in.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
Since Russia’s 2022 invasion, the conflict has settled into a grinding war of attrition, with both sides deeply dug in.
From Slate ● Jul. 10, 2026
Me and Rondell dug in like it was the first time we’d seen food in a damn month, but Mong didn’t eat a bite.
From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña
