Dig (into)

Answer:

DELVE

Hint:

Explore this word that means to investigate deeply, often used when researching or examining a complex topic. Think of a verb that starts with "de" and involves thorough inquiry.

Explanation:

"Dig (into)" hints at exploring something deeply, which is exactly what "delve" means—it’s a verb for investigating or probing thoroughly. The clue plays on the literal idea of digging (like with a shovel) while pointing to the figurative sense of digging into a topic or problem. It’s a straightforward definition without hidden wordplay, just a clean match between the clue’s meaning and the answer.

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