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Recent Examples of dig in
In response, landowners dig in their heels and drag out the process as long as possible.
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Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
The issues — potential Medicaid cuts and the deduction cap for state and local taxes (SALT) — have emerged as two of the most complicated matters, as stakeholders on both sides of the debates dig in their heels.
—Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 1 May 2025
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Remember how kids love digging in the dirt?
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 1 May 2025
Much of the original delay was because the feds demanded this new requirement but didn't give the states any money to implement it, so the states dug in until they got paid.
—Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 2025
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Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
The issues — potential Medicaid cuts and the deduction cap for state and local taxes (SALT) — have emerged as two of the most complicated matters, as stakeholders on both sides of the debates dig in their heels.
—Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 1 May 2025
Cat Construction Little Machines 5-Pack $10 $5 at Amazon
Remember how kids love digging in the dirt?
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 1 May 2025
Much of the original delay was because the feds demanded this new requirement but didn't give the states any money to implement it, so the states dug in until they got paid.
—Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dig in
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At Blagojevich’s first trial he was convicted of lying to the FBI, but jury hung on other charges.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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But in places like Egypt and Russia, where civic forces are demoralized or divided, oligarchs can hang on with daunting endurance.—
Evan Osnos,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
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With the Appalachian Ski Mountain just minutes away, the chalet is ideal for anyone who wants to hit the slopes, but resolute homebodies can also curl up in front of the wood-burning stove to take in the stunning views.—
Shannon Sharpe,
Architectural Digest,
21 May 2025
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Sydney Wide Boucle Upholstered Swivel Armchair An accent chair adds seating and style to a room, and Kelly Clarkson’s swivel chair is an excellent choice for curling up with a good book or lounging to watch TV.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Dual citizenship, however, has a flip side—including keeping up with the U.S. tax system.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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But the union said both proposals fell short, citing that the 13-percent wage increase over four years fails to keep up with rising costs of living.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
23 May 2025
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The Five Stripes will look to carry on that form against Orlando, but the Lions will not be taking this matchup lightly.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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The audience was small, and for a portion of its run the show was carried on PBS—awkward, since its host was generally an opponent of government spending.—
Louis Menand,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
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“Dig in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dig%20in. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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