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delve deeply

/dɛlv ˈdiːpli/
to examine thoroughly

She decided to delve deeply into the history of her family.

She thoroughly examined her family's history.


formalinformal

to investigate or explore something thoroughly and carefully

The journalist delved deeply into the political scandal.

The journalist thoroughly investigated the political scandal.

To understand the problem, we need to delve deeply into the data.

To fully grasp the issue, we must carefully analyze the data.

This phrase emphasizes a thorough and detailed examination of a subject.

Collocations

delve deeply intoto thoroughly examine or explore

Synonyms

examine thoroughlyexplore in depthinvestigate carefully

Antonyms

glance atskimignore

Related Phrases

dig deepphrase
to explore or examine thoroughly
go into depthphrase
to examine something in detail

Pro Tip

Usage Tip

Use 'delve deeply' when you want to emphasize the thoroughness of an investigation or exploration.

Word Origin

The verb 'delve' comes from Middle English 'delven,' meaning to dig. 'Deeply' intensifies the thoroughness of the action.

Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe a detailed and careful examination of a subject.

Word Breakdown

delve
to dig or explore
verb
+
deeply
thoroughly or in detail
adverb
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