as in to delight
to take part in an activity in a superficial way
She dabbled in drawing and painting but sculpture was her favorite medium.
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Recent Examples of dabble
For my corporate baddies who have thought about dabbling into entrepreneurship Nicaila Matthews Okome has created the blueprint.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
Bongiovi, a model, has also recently dabbled in acting, with the performer next set to appear in Maude Apatow's feature directorial debut, Poetic License.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Sep. 2025
But almost no one can come here without dabbling in a little pearl buying.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 20 Sep. 2025
Some might have assumed at first that this woman was just an influencer dabbling in rap.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
Bongiovi, a model, has also recently dabbled in acting, with the performer next set to appear in Maude Apatow's feature directorial debut, Poetic License.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Sep. 2025
But almost no one can come here without dabbling in a little pearl buying.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 20 Sep. 2025
Some might have assumed at first that this woman was just an influencer dabbling in rap.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dabble
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Andrea Thompson,
Scientific American,
29 Sep. 2025
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The interaction delighted Kate's followers, who commented on his presence and received a wave from off-camera.—
Carson Blackwelder,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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The Scottish actor, best known for his role as the dashing Jamie Fraser on Starz’s Outlander, showcases his love of storytelling and entertaining with drinks that balance heritage and modern tastes in his new spirits guide The Cocktail Diaries.—
Sonal Dutt,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
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During these years, as activists and scholars were trying to change the narrative about the role trauma plays in domestic killings, true crime was entertaining the public with them.—
John J. Lennon
September 24,
Literary Hub,
24 Sep. 2025
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Kirk played a pivotal role in helping Republicans close the gap among young voters in 2024.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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The Astros are now one game behind the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians, with two games to play.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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Still, Omerzu’s touch is light, ironic and gently amused, a little reminiscent of François Ozon, who has a similar facility with twisty sly comedy-drama grounded in pain.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Sep. 2025
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The TikTok video has delighted and amused many online, leading to more than 800 comments on the post so far.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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However, two days later, Long addressed Carey's reaction on The Shade Room, revealing Carey asked her to sing during the tribute and was pleased by her set.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
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Grab this Monolike sticky memo pad for the teacher who appreciates aesthetically pleasing desktop goodies.—
Maria Conti,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Dabble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dabble. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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