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dig up

idiom
Meaning

To discover something by digging; to unearth.


Examples
SIMPLE

The dog likes to dig up bones in the garden.

CONTEXTUAL

The researchers managed to dig up some interesting historical documents in the old basement.

COMPLEX

During the renovation of the ancient estate, the workers were surprised to dig up a collection of artifacts buried centuries ago.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    dig a hole for oneself

    To take an action or create a situation from which it is difficult to extricate.

  2. 02

    dig deep

    To make a lot of effort with all one's resources.

  3. 03

    dig in

    To adopt a resolute state of mind.

  4. 04

    dig in one's heels

    To act in a determined manner by firmly maintaining one's beliefs, demands, situation, etc. in the face of opposition.

  5. 05

    dig one's heels in

    to refuse to change one's plans or ideas, especially when counseled otherwise

  6. 06

    dig one's own grave

    To behave in a way that is likely to cause one to lose or fail, including, but not limited to, result in death.

  7. 07

    dig oneself in a hole

    To put oneself in even more trouble.

  8. 08

    dig out of a hole

    To save someone or something from trouble.

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