Pronunciation: /dɪɡ ʌp/
verb to uncover or bring to the surface by digging
A1 I like to dig up worms in the garden.
A2 The archaeologist will dig up ancient artifacts from the site.
B1 The detective decided to dig up more information about the suspect.
B2 The journalist plans to dig up some dirt on the politician.
C1 Researchers are hoping to dig up new evidence to support their theory.
C2 The team of scientists will dig up the remains of a prehistoric creature for study.
adverb used to describe how something is done, in this case, the action of digging up
A1 The dog likes to dig up bones in the backyard.
A2 I need to dig up my passport from the bottom of my suitcase.
B1 The archaeologist will dig up ancient artifacts from the site.
B2 The journalist decided to dig up some dirt on the politician.
C1 The historian was able to dig up new information about the medieval castle.
C2 The detective was determined to dig up evidence to solve the case.
formal Archaeologists often dig up ancient artifacts to learn more about past civilizations.
informal I heard they're planning to dig up the backyard to install a new swimming pool.
slang I can't believe you dug up that embarrassing photo from last year's party!
figurative It's important to dig up the truth in any situation, no matter how difficult it may be.
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