dig into
phrasal verb
dug into; digging into; digs into
1
: to mix (something) into (soil) by digging
dig the compost into the soil
2
informal
: to begin eating (something)
The family was digging into a delicious meal.
They dug into their steaks.
3
somewhat informal
: to try to learn or uncover information by studying (something)
The detectives dug into his past and learned that he had once lived in another country.
4
: to push against (a body part) in a sharp and painful way
The bed's springs are digging into my back.
Her fingernails dug into my hand.
5
: to push (something) into (a body part) in a sharp and painful way
She dug her fingernails into my hand.
He dug his elbow into my ribs.
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The reclined angle is ideal for lounging, and the rounded front won’t dig into the backs of your knees.
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Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 23 July 2025
The band is wide and stretchy for a smooth fit that doesn’t dig into your skin, and the wire-free design still gives you just enough shaping and lift.
—Jeaneen Russell, People.com, 21 July 2025
Empty the Bin Yes, unfortunately, a robot that routinely digs into the yuckiest corners of your house will need a little routine maintenance.
—Adrienne So, Wired News, 19 July 2025
Future studies should dig into these questions, Haines said.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 18 July 2025
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Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 23 July 2025
The band is wide and stretchy for a smooth fit that doesn’t dig into your skin, and the wire-free design still gives you just enough shaping and lift.
—Jeaneen Russell, People.com, 21 July 2025
Empty the Bin Yes, unfortunately, a robot that routinely digs into the yuckiest corners of your house will need a little routine maintenance.
—Adrienne So, Wired News, 19 July 2025
Future studies should dig into these questions, Haines said.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 18 July 2025
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“Dig into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dig%20into. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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