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Meaning of dig up dirt | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To examine in order to find negative information for public opinion, usually with the purpose of embarrassing or discrediting a person.

idiomatic, usually, with-on

Examples

“The freelance investigative reporter made a career of digging up dirt on celebrities for tabloids.”

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

digest digested digestest digesteth digesting digests

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