English Expression · Intermediate
dig deep
To make a lot of effort with all one's resources
Pronunciation: say dig deep
Meaning
To make a lot of effort with all one's resources.
Example
If you want to join the marines, there's no room for laziness. You really have to dig deep.
If you want to join the marines, there's no room for laziness. You really have to dig deep.
Practice tips
- Practice dig deep out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.