deep dive
noun
plural deep dives
: an exhaustive investigation, study, or analysis of a question or topic
A deep dive into 2018 congressional transcripts found that female representatives spent more than twice as much time on health care in their speeches as male legislators did.—
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Mattie KahnAfter discovering that his late father was a war hero, a son takes a deep dive into World War II and the terrors of the Nazi regime.—Kirkus Reviews
Kirkus ReviewsWhat begins as a deep dive into the business practices of multilevel marketing and direct sales companies … becomes something larger, and even more rage-inducing: a story about the enviable perks of being rich and well connected in America.—Pete Keeley
Pete KeeleyYet a deep dive into the far reaches of Instagram reveals that a golden age of tattoos has arrived …—Monica Kim
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Thinking Mathematician Eric Weinstein launches a new podcast, ‘The Portal’
The Portal promises to be a deep dive into the possible.
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra 2 days ago 0 Science The Standard Model explained: A deep dive into modern physics – part II
The Standard Model extends the principles of quantum mechanics to provide a comprehensive picture of how the fundamental particles and forces work.
—Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2024
Below, Brownell takes a deep dive into the final four episodes of Bridgerton Season 3, particularly the final episodes, which brings Penelope and Colin’s story to a satisfying close while setting up plenty of thread for future seasons.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 13 June 2024
After discussions with experts and deep dives into the polling, a more nuanced depiction of LGBTQ voters comes together.
—Christian Paz, Vox, 12 June 2024
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Big Think, 24 June 2024
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra 2 days ago 0 Science The Standard Model explained: A deep dive into modern physics – part II
The Standard Model extends the principles of quantum mechanics to provide a comprehensive picture of how the fundamental particles and forces work.
—Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2024
Below, Brownell takes a deep dive into the final four episodes of Bridgerton Season 3, particularly the final episodes, which brings Penelope and Colin’s story to a satisfying close while setting up plenty of thread for future seasons.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 13 June 2024
After discussions with experts and deep dives into the polling, a more nuanced depiction of LGBTQ voters comes together.
—Christian Paz, Vox, 12 June 2024
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“Deep dive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deep%20dive. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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