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delve (verb), delves; delved; delving
1. To search carefully and thoroughly for information: The lawyer delved into the court records so he could know more about his client's background.

Shirley delved into her handbag in search of a pen to write her friend's address and telephone number in her address book.

2. To dig into the ground; especially with a shovel or spade: Greg had hopes of finding his lost house keys in his garden, so he delved into it with a rake and finally found what he was looking for!
3. To search deeply or to investigate arduously into something: Joanna was very interested in her family history, so she delved into all the past records and photos that her mother could find for her to examine.
To carry on an intensive and thorough research in order to be better informed.
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