Phrase guide

dig down

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To scrounge for money, especially large amounts of it.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

Examples

  • It's gonna be expensive, so we'll have to dig down to pay for it.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: dig deep

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To find the root or base of something.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

Examples

  • You have to dig down into your feelings.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see dig, down.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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