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dig one
/dɪɡ wʌn/
prefer something
I don't usually like sushi, but I'll dig one today.
I don't usually like sushi, but I'll try it today.
informal
to choose or accept something, often reluctantly or after initial hesitation
I wasn't sure about the new menu item, but I decided to dig one.
I decided to try the new menu item despite my doubts.
She doesn't usually watch horror movies, but she dug one last night.
She tried watching a horror movie last night despite her usual preference.
Commonly used in casual conversation to express trying something out, often with a sense of overcoming reluctance.
Collocations
dig one outto find and choose something after some effortdig one upto discover or try something unexpectedly
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Context Matters
Use 'dig one' when someone is hesitant but willing to try something. It implies a slight reluctance rather than full enthusiasm.
Gold Rule
Avoid in Formal Settings
'Dig one' is too informal for professional or formal writing. Use alternatives like 'try' or 'sample' in formal contexts.
Word Origin
The phrase 'dig one' originates from African American Vernacular English (AAVE) in the mid-20th century. It evolved from the verb 'dig' meaning to appreciate or understand, combined with 'one' as a casual way to refer to an item or experience. Over time, it shifted to mean trying or accepting something.
Usage Notes
This phrase is informal and most commonly used in casual speech among friends or peers. It conveys a sense of overcoming initial hesitation or reluctance to try something new or different.
Word Breakdown
dig
to try or accept something
verbone
a thing or experience
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