Biting comment

DIG

Think of a sharp remark that also describes what a shovel does to the ground.

"Biting comment" hints at a sharp or cutting remark, but the answer "DIG" plays on the idea of a verbal jab. Here, "dig" is slang for a sarcastic or insulting comment—like taking a dig at someone. The word also ties to the literal act of digging, but the clue focuses on its figurative meaning as a snide remark. It’s a double-layered hint where the answer sounds like both the action and the insult.