gets to the bottom of
Uncovers the truth
Gets to the bottom of means to discover the underlying truth or cause of something, especially a mystery, problem, or confusing situation.
The phrase implies thorough investigation until the fundamental facts are uncovered: We need to get to the bottom of these accounting errors.
The detective was determined to get to the bottom of the case.
- probeThorough examination or tool
- examineStudy with attention
- uncoverReveal what's hidden
- untangleUndo knots or confusion
- resolveFirmness of purpose
dig deeper · sort out · troubleshoot · discern · find out · reveal · decipher · figure out · diagnose · root out · clarify · scrutinize · delve · comprehend · interrogate · ferret out · leave no stone unturned · unearth
resolution vs. abandonment
gets to the bottom ofabandons
Ceases to support
drops · walks away from · shelves · tables · lets slide
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