delve
verb (used without object)
to carry on intensive and thorough research for data, information, or the like; investigate.
have delved
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present perfectof delve.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Researchers have delved into this question for years and can point to a variety of review features that can help your decision making.
From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2024
Scientists have widely studied how creatures across the animal kingdom eat and drink, but few have delved into the mysteries of fluid excretion.
From New York Times ● Mar. 11, 2024
But some law professors who have delved deeply into the history of that era say that view is wrong.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2023
Numerous studies have delved into the screen habits of teenagers.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2023
And Emily's answer to inquiring souls who would fain have delved into her past was to the effect that "Uncle Cyrus" didn't like to have her talk about herself.
From Cy Whittaker's Place by Lincoln, Joseph Crosby
