as in cave
a naturally formed underground chamber with an opening to the surface
a poem in which a medieval knight encounters a mysterious beauty in a darkened delve
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Recent Examples of delve
Rachel Choy, Refinery29, 30 Sep. 2025
Elsewhere in the interview, the princess reflected on her parenting, but refused to delve into her children’s personal lives, particularly her daughter Caroline’s 1980 divorce from Philippe Junot.
—Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
This year, the two decided to work together to delve deeper into the research of what well-being means for Chinese people today, and how brands like Lululemon can better cater to Chinese consumers with insights gained from the report.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
Fans can delve into some of her best portrait or fashion shoots, with influential photographers such as Richard Avedon and Ellen von Unwerth, or catch unseen polaroids with fellow icons like David Bowie and Cyndi Lauper.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The third instalment chronicles convicted serial killer Ed Gein (Charlie Hunnam) in the 1950s, and appears to delve into how his life influenced pop culture and horror films in Hollywood.
—Rachel Choy, Refinery29, 30 Sep. 2025
Elsewhere in the interview, the princess reflected on her parenting, but refused to delve into her children’s personal lives, particularly her daughter Caroline’s 1980 divorce from Philippe Junot.
—Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
This year, the two decided to work together to delve deeper into the research of what well-being means for Chinese people today, and how brands like Lululemon can better cater to Chinese consumers with insights gained from the report.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
Fans can delve into some of her best portrait or fashion shoots, with influential photographers such as Richard Avedon and Ellen von Unwerth, or catch unseen polaroids with fellow icons like David Bowie and Cyndi Lauper.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delve
Noun
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The deposits from the cave are now well-traveled, having made their way to various labs interested in studying them.—
Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
24 Oct. 2025
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Upon arrival at Santa Cruz Island, the guides provide all that’s needed to explore sea caves by kayak, plus the extraordinary opportunity to snorkel through the giant kelp forests.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
24 Oct. 2025
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Despite talk of using nukes to carve a second Panama Canal or excavate Alaskan ports, public concern over radiation and international treaties ultimately shut the program down.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Oct. 2025
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Only then will the researchers begin to excavate using a hydraulic dredge.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
28 Oct. 2025
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During the winter months, golden eagles and bald eagles are seen around the cavern area too.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
23 Oct. 2025
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What fantastic fantasies will lure risk-seeking treasure hunters to breach the massive walls of iron thorns surrounding mysterious radioactive caverns buried deep in the deserts?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Known as knockers in England, kobolds also live in caves and mines and make knocking noises directing human miners where to dig.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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Excess nutrients also make fruit tree roots more likely to rot or attract digging animals.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Oct. 2025
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Other features, per the listing, include: High ceilings Swimming pool Waterfall Hidden grotto Spa Viewing deck Chef’s kitchen Gardens Patio Abundant room The listing is held by Kristy Sartorius and Chip Sartorius of Vista Sotheby’s International Realty.—
TJ Macias
October 2,
Sacbee.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Other highlights include a stylish wet bar, a wine cellar/grotto, and a home theater.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After the funeral was over, the musician remained at his father’s gravesite to shovel the dirt onto his grave, choosing to bury Douglas' body with his own hands.—
Alyssa Davis,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Roughly 24 hours later, Yurov made good on that promise, shoveling a loose puck over the goal line for the eventual game-winner as the Wild beat the Rangers 3-1 at Madison Square Garden.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Delve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delve. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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