digs
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of digs
C19: shortened from diggings , perhaps referring to where one digs or works, but see also dig in
Example Sentences
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His weekly column in the Journal’s Climate & Energy newsletter digs into efforts to curb climate change and the risks it poses to businesses and investors.
The sites where digs take place are dictated by where and when developments are being planned.
From BBC
A "princely" grave of a horse buried alongside two people has been discovered by archaeologists working on one of Britain's biggest digs.
From BBC
The Golden Globes has officially launched Hollywood's awards season with a night filled with with quips, digs and moments of triumph.
From BBC
She’ll drop jokes, bits and digs in between the projected slugfest between “One Battle After Another,” “Sentimental Value” and “Sinners.”
From Salon
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