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delve

To delve is to jump into researching something or to dig around looking for something. (verb)

  1. When you jump into researching the question of global warming, this is an example of a situation where you delve into the topic.
  2. When you dig around in your purse to try to find your wallet, this is an example of a situation where you delve into your purse.

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