Synonyms for

Unearth

Verb / ʌˈnɜ:θ / Another word for unearth — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to dig up or uncover something that was hidden or buried

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Example sentences

  1. The treasure was unearthed by a group of kids playing in the park.
  2. The construction workers unearthed a fossil while digging the foundation.
  3. After years of searching, they finally unearthed the missing manuscript.
  4. The investigation unearthed some surprising facts about the suspect.
  5. The gardener unearthed a bunch of carrots from the vegetable patch.

Quotes

  • The truth is buried deep, but I think I can unearth it.
  • When we least expect it, life sets us a challenge to test our courage and willingness to change; at such a moment, there is no point in pretending that nothing has happened or in saying that we are not yet ready. The challenge will not wait. Life does not look back. A week is more than enough time for us to decide whether or not to accept our destiny.
  • The task of the leader is to get their people from where they are, to where they have not been.

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