get to the bottom of
Example Sentences
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Jonathan’s curiosity is piqued, and he slips away from his wife’s side to get to the bottom of why they’re being followed — which is revealed to be the novel’s inciting incident.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Through her own PhD research at the University of Nottingham, funded by the National Eczema Society, Bowes is trying to get to the bottom of why TSW has become so difficult and divisive.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
He used this hearing to try to get to the bottom of it.
From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026
The sport survived because fans believed someone independent would get to the bottom of the scandal.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026
“And I don’t want you to think that I’ve forgotten about your costume, either. We’ll try to get to the bottom of things in the coming days when things settle down.”
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
