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UK//traɪ tə dɪg ʌp//US//traɪ tə dɪg ʌp//

Meaning of Try to dig up

To search for and find information or items that are hidden or forgotten.

In simple words: To uncover or find something by searching.

Try to dig up in a sentence

  • The investigator tried to dig up old evidence for the case.
  • She always tries to dig up interesting facts for her blog.
  • He decided to try to dig up some information about his family's history.
  • Can you try to dig up that report from last year?
  • The journalist tried to dig up scandals in local politics.

How to use Try to dig up

Commonly used in informal contexts when searching for information or discovering something hidden. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

try to dig up + object

Memory hint

Imagine digging in the ground to find a buried treasure.

Related words

Collocations with Try to dig up

  • try to dig up information
  • try to dig up dirt
  • try to dig up facts
  • try to dig up evidence
  • try to dig up memories

Synonyms for Try to dig up

Common mistakes with Try to dig up

  • Confusing with 'dig up' used without 'try to'.
  • Using incorrect prepositions, like 'dig up for' instead of 'dig up'.

Compare Try to dig up with Discover, Reveal, Find, Retrieve

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Frequently asked questions about Try to dig up

What does Try to dig up mean?

To uncover or find something by searching.

What is the definition of Try to dig up?

To search for and find information or items that are hidden or forgotten.

How do you use Try to dig up in a sentence?

The investigator tried to dig up old evidence for the case.

Can you give another example of Try to dig up?

She always tries to dig up interesting facts for her blog.

What are synonyms for Try to dig up?

Common alternatives include uncover, discover, reveal, find, retrieve.

What words go with Try to dig up?

It commonly pairs with try to dig up information, try to dig up dirt, try to dig up facts, try to dig up evidence, try to dig up memories.

What are common mistakes when using Try to dig up?

Confusing with 'dig up' used without 'try to'. Using incorrect prepositions, like 'dig up for' instead of 'dig up'.

How do you pronounce Try to dig up?

US: //traɪ tə dɪg ʌp//, UK: //traɪ tə dɪg ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Try to dig up?

Commonly used in informal contexts when searching for information or discovering something hidden. Avoid in formal writing.