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to dig in
[phrase form: dig]
01
to start eating with enthusiasm
Intransitive
Examples
As the delicious aroma filled the air, everyone was eager to dig in and enjoy the homemade feast.
02
to mix a substance, such as fertilizer or compost, into the soil by digging
Transitive: to dig in a substance
Examples
Before planting the garden, it 's essential to dig in organic matter to improve soil fertility.
03
to start a task or activity with determination, commitment, or enthusiasm
Intransitive
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
action verb
regular
inseparable
particle
in
base verb
dig
present tense
dig in
3rd person singular
digs in
present participle
digging in
past simple
dug in
past participle
dug in
Examples
Faced with a challenging project, the team decided to dig in and work collaboratively to overcome obstacles.
