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as in excavates
to hollow out or form (something) by removing earth
a backhoe dug a hole in the backyard to make a swimming pool
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2
as in enjoys
to take pleasure in
I really dig bluegrass music
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3
as in knows
to have a clear idea of
can you dig what I'm saying?
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as in apartment
a room or set of rooms in a private house or a block used as a separate dwelling place
check out my new digs on the north side of town
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Recent Examples of digs
Arkansas Online, 6 Feb. 2026
Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
—arkansasonline.com, 2 Feb. 2026
Woodland will close in Riverwest at the end of May and reopen in its new Bay View digs this fall.
—Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
The boutique hotel sits on eight acres fronting a prime sliver of pink-sand beach, with a total of 41 accommodations, including seafront and garden cottages, the main inn, and stand-alone beachside residences, so guests can choose digs that fit their travel vibe.
—Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
You can overnight at upscale boutique hotels like Contemplacion Resort & Spa with its cute casitas and elevated pool deck,holistic wellness resorts like Banyan Tree Veya, or the glamping-style Oeno Wine Lodge, where the hip digs are tucked right into the vineyard.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Heckerling and the incredible cast never talk down to the audience, creating main characters that viewers root for, despite the obvious digs at the ultra-rich.
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
However, what the sisters thought of their digs wasn’t recorded.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Jan. 2026
As patrons wait for the new digs to open, the Levine’s pop-ups and walking tours are still ongoing.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Jan. 2026
Finished her career with 658 digs and led team with 67 non-setter assists in 2025.
—Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
Many people often miss the lights because of this, so make sure to set a few early alarms, or stay in digs with aurora wake-up calls.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
Roderick Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Feb. 2026
Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
—arkansasonline.com, 2 Feb. 2026
Woodland will close in Riverwest at the end of May and reopen in its new Bay View digs this fall.
—Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Noun
Last weekend, while hosting the 2026 Grammy Awards, comedian Trevor Noah took digs at her in front of music's biggest stars.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
The boutique hotel sits on eight acres fronting a prime sliver of pink-sand beach, with a total of 41 accommodations, including seafront and garden cottages, the main inn, and stand-alone beachside residences, so guests can choose digs that fit their travel vibe.
—Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
You can overnight at upscale boutique hotels like Contemplacion Resort & Spa with its cute casitas and elevated pool deck,holistic wellness resorts like Banyan Tree Veya, or the glamping-style Oeno Wine Lodge, where the hip digs are tucked right into the vineyard.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Heckerling and the incredible cast never talk down to the audience, creating main characters that viewers root for, despite the obvious digs at the ultra-rich.
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
However, what the sisters thought of their digs wasn’t recorded.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Jan. 2026
As patrons wait for the new digs to open, the Levine’s pop-ups and walking tours are still ongoing.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Jan. 2026
Finished her career with 658 digs and led team with 67 non-setter assists in 2025.
—Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
Many people often miss the lights because of this, so make sure to set a few early alarms, or stay in digs with aurora wake-up calls.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for digs
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As Polly excavates the darkest parts of herself, the film can’t string together a build to match the depths of her soul-searching.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
11 Oct. 2025
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In his free time, Jonathan enjoys coaching youth basketball, trying new restaurants and hanging with friends.—
Jonathan M. Alexander,
Houston Chronicle,
12 Feb. 2026
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Marie enjoys going out to eat and has a particular love for Chinese food, sushi, and Haitian cuisine.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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And by now everybody knows our crew runs the tightest and deadliest ship on the water.—
Alex Suskind,
Pitchfork,
13 Feb. 2026
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Nobody quite knows what happens to volumes if a drug price is cut, Rothschild & Co Redburn analyst Simon Baker told CNBC.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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Amazon also strikes a nerve with an ad starring Chris Hemsworth that pokes fun of people’s fears of AI.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Cucurella lands on the rebound and pokes in.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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These vacation rentals range from cozy stays for a couple to more spacious apartments fit for a family; all right in the center of the city, all with their own take on its rich history of art and architecture.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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In the inside part of the apartment building’s mailbox — accessible only to building management and mail carriers — law enforcement found notes indicating that mail should be delivered to Cynthia’s apartment for several of the pseudonyms used in the scheme, authorities said.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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The scenic design by Paul Tate dePOO III savors the show’s Grand Guignol flavors while leaving plenty of flexibility for antic comedy.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Come lunch, Hall savors a wrap sandwich stuffed with hummus and mixed greens, and dinner is air-fryer barbecue chicken thighs, roasted broccoli, and brown basmati rice.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
19 Jan. 2026
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Donovan understands the importance of building a roster the right way.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Veteran shoe designer Paul Andrew understands the challenges of winning in a competitive luxury footwear sector.—
Katie Abel,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Bautista stabs and shoots his assailants in an operatic eruption of violence that is done in a single, extended shot.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2026
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Milo tries to be a hero, trying to use pepper spray on Morgan, but Morgan stabs and kills him.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
21 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Digs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digs. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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