deep dive
noun
plural deep dives
: an exhaustive investigation, study, or analysis of a question or topic
Researchers … have taken a deep dive into the seismic activity that has shaken the Permian Basin in recent years.—
Midland (Texas) Reporter-Telegram
Midland (Texas) Reporter-TelegramAfter discovering that his late father was a war hero, a son takes a deep dive into World War II and the terrors of the Nazi regime.—Kirkus Reviews
Kirkus ReviewsWhat begins as a deep dive into the business practices of multilevel marketing and direct sales companies … becomes something larger, and even more rage-inducing: a story about the enviable perks of being rich and well connected in America.—Pete Keeley
Pete KeeleyYet a deep dive into the far reaches of Instagram reveals that a golden age of tattoos has arrived …—Monica Kim
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The answer requires a deep dive into religious history.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
The two semi-private booths on each side of the bar are where diehard Disney fans can take a deeper dive into park lore.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
The new space allows select guests a deep dive into the designer’s universe, which was greatly shaped by her distinct, bold taste and her Parisian milieu, which included fashion icons like Yves Saint Laurent and Karl Lagerfeld.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
After doing a deep dive into Bern’s latest collection, the sleek Hendrix Carbon Fiber Mips is a great option.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
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Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
The two semi-private booths on each side of the bar are where diehard Disney fans can take a deeper dive into park lore.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
The new space allows select guests a deep dive into the designer’s universe, which was greatly shaped by her distinct, bold taste and her Parisian milieu, which included fashion icons like Yves Saint Laurent and Karl Lagerfeld.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
After doing a deep dive into Bern’s latest collection, the sleek Hendrix Carbon Fiber Mips is a great option.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
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“Deep dive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deep%20dive. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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