verb “delve”
infinitive delve; he delves; past tense delved; past part. delved; ger. delving
- to dig or excavate
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The archaeologists delved into the ancient ruins, uncovering artifacts from a bygone era.
- to search inside a bag or container for something
She delved into her purse to find her keys.
- to examine something closely to get information
To understand his grandfather's past, Jacob delved into old letters and photographs stored in the attic.