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Dig out

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Physical ActivityPlay
Used for hard physical work, especially with tools or hands outdoors. SlideWe're going to dig out a new garden bed this weekend.
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Often used in building and construction to describe preparing land. SlideBefore building the shed, you must dig out the ground for the foundation.
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Clearing ObstructionsPlay
Implies removing something that is blocking or in the way. SlideThe workers had to dig out rocks to lay the new pipeline.