dig in

Definitions

1. 1

   To begin eating.

   • I wanted to say grace before dinner, but the kids were already digging in.
2. 2

   To engage in a burst of hard work.

   • I've got to dig in for a couple of weeks to secure my promotion.
   • Mancini's men were far from their best but dug in to earn a 10th win in 11 league games and an eighth successive victory in all competitions to maintain their five-point lead at the top of the table.
3. 3

   To dig trenches to resist an enemy attack.

   • If Russia choses to dig in, then the military balance – which typically favours the defender on a 3-1 ratio – is reversed.
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   1. 4

      To adopt a resolute state of mind.

      • to dig in one's feet, heels, etc.
   2. 5

      To cover over by digging.

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