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Unearth

usgb/ʌnˈɜːrθ/Volume
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Literal Digging

Used when someone actually digs in the ground to find something.

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The team hoped to unearth dinosaur fossils.
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Historical Context

Often associated with discovering historical objects or information from the past.

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Historians unearthed records from the ancient city.
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Metaphorical Use

Can refer to bringing to light any hidden information, not only physical items.

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She managed to unearth the truth behind the rumor.
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