What does "Dumpster diving" mean?

searching through trash bins

Synonym: scavenging, foraging Opposite: shopping, buying

"Dumpster diving" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Looks like we are going dumpster diving.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E15

He does not need to go dumpster Diving for companionship.

The Office S5E18

"Dumpster diving" in TV shows & movies

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