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as in to dunk
to sink or push (something) briefly into or as if into a liquid
first dip a paper towel in water she dipped a hand into her pocket and pulled out a piece of candy
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as in to scoop
to lift out with something that holds liquid
carefully dipped water from the bucket to the kettle
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as in to plunge
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
the temperature dipped a bit in the evening
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as in to fall
to lead or extend downward
slow down, the road dips here
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as in to peek
to take a quick or hasty look
I dipped into the book, but I didn't have a chance to study it thoroughly
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as in downhill
a downward slope
marathoners have one last dip before the race course levels off and the finish line comes into view
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as in drop
the act or process of going to a lower level or altitude
the city's population has taken a slight dip since the last census
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as in idiot
a stupid person
how did that dip get through medical school?
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Recent Examples of dip
Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
And unlike lipstick sales, which are thought to increase during recessions, sales of hair salon services tend to dip during periods of economic uncertainty.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 28 Mar. 2025
Emma Bowman, NPR, 29 Mar. 2025
Join 8 others in the comments View Comments The exhibition also addresses the pressures that come with going for a dip.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2025
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Verb
In Gallup polls conducted during Trump's first term, his economic approval rating never dipped lower than 45 percent, according to Gallup's data.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
And unlike lipstick sales, which are thought to increase during recessions, sales of hair salon services tend to dip during periods of economic uncertainty.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
But market analysts question how much the dip in Tesla sales and shares can be pinned on its CEO's actions.
—Emma Bowman, NPR, 29 Mar. 2025
Join 8 others in the comments View Comments The exhibition also addresses the pressures that come with going for a dip.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dip
Verb
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The sense of wonder is central to all acrobatic dunking in itself.—
Patrick Sauer,
Oc Register,
24 Mar. 2025
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But nestled next to those options include creative entrees like clams dunked in a complex birria broth, salmon made with poblano pasta and fresh seafood options, like a tuna and hamachi crudito and raw oysters featuring a passion fruit mignonette.—
Zachery Eanes,
Axios,
24 Mar. 2025
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Prepared to carry her to the next town, Spencer scoops her up in his arms.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Want scoop on Doctor Who, or for any other TV show?—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
3 Apr. 2025
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Global stock markets plunged the day after the announcement, with major indexes across Europe, Asia, and the United States seeing steep declines.—
Sergei Klebnikov,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Her investigation plunges her into the heart of a life-changing event, providing her with a front-row seat to the chaos and intrigue of a bloody political firestorm.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
4 Apr. 2025
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However, that fight fell apart in early March, when a hand injury forced Whyte from the card.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Over the last 25 years, the S&P 500 has fallen 4% in a single day 38 times, according to Adam Turnquist, chief technical strategist for brokerage firm LPL Financial.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2025
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Afterward, peek through the windows into Kahan Art Space, a small art gallery down the block that closes at 6, or read a few more chapters on a bench at the charmingly rundown neighborhood park, Klauzal Square.—
Evan Rail,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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Her baby hairs were wet and lived-in, peeking out of her scarf and sitting on what’s left of her blush.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
20 Mar. 2025
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Bassa was specifically honored for her synthesis of bright blue Jell-O. Med school Q: Why do fingers and toes wrinkle when immersed in water?—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Apr. 2025
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The Duchess of Sussex recently told PEOPLE in an exclusive interview about their family immersing themselves in the local community, who have gotten to know her from school drop-offs and playdates with Archie and Lili.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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The celebrated entertainer spoons a layer of raspberry puree on a dessert plate, adds a thick slice of fresh coconut cake, and sprinkles on a handful of fresh raspberries.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2025
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Carefully spoon out the thorny flower portions at the center of the artichoke, and pour in a bit of lemon juice to help prevent browning.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
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Lone Jack Police Chief Tim Cosner, who took the helm after the 2021 crash, declined to be interviewed about why the department’s policy changed.—
Bill Lukitsch,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2025
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But declining attendances now sees that held in February each year.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Dip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dip. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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