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as in immerses
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 scoops
to lift out with something that holds liquid
carefully dipped water from the bucket to the kettle
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3
as in plunges
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
the temperature dipped a bit in the evening
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4
as in falls
to lead or extend downward
slow down, the road dips here
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as in peeks
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 declines
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 drops
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 idiots
a stupid person
how did that dip get through medical school?
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Recent Examples of dips
Joe Hernandez, NPR, 23 May 2026
These simple, no-cook apps, mains, and dips come together with no heat.
—Joie Probst, Midwest Living, 23 May 2026
Clarke is about as close to a Hollywood insider as someone who never dips a toe into production gets.
—Literary Hub, 19 May 2026
Stack fruit, veggies, cheese, meats, and dips for guests for an easy, instant appetizer tray.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
At resort hotels like Rancho Las Palmas, Tiki Social is a relaxing spot for cool drinks or dinner as the evening temperature dips under 100.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
This might look like doing lunges while taking a work break or chair dips while dinner is cooking.
—Malissa Rodenburg, Health, 15 May 2026
This price action suggests that dips are being bought and that institutional support remains firm.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Her book never dips into trauma for shock value alone.
—The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
Eva Flowe
may 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
Days quickly merge into one another, interspersed with dips in the large pool—or aperitivo beside it; bike rides through the adjacent countryside; road trips to the beach; visits to nearby villages, including Margarites, which is famous for its ceramic making.
—Katie Silcox, Vogue, 28 May 2026
Several studies show that dietary fiber blunts the blood sugar response, helping prevent spikes and dips.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 27 May 2026
The narrow passage that once carried about one-fifth of the world's seaborne oil has seen historic dips, with tracking data showing vessel traffic falling sharply to near zero since the war escalated.
—Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 26 May 2026
The menu by Suliman—Sudanese by heritage but raised in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates—features snacks, toasts, and dips, plus a handful of elegantly hearty mains, like a black cod roasted in yogurt and tahini.
—Allecia Vermillion, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
Celebrate the season of al-fresco dining with these fresh and delicious summer dips.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
The region’s renowned rivers and lakes will likely be packed with folks getting their first dips of the season this holiday weekend.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Crowd-pleasing favorites include creamy dips like our Herby Green Hummus and savory finger foods such as Ham and Swiss Sliders.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 May 2026
Verb
When the price of a species dips below a certain level, Hudson uses program funds to buy the fish before the price sinks too low.
—Joe Hernandez, NPR, 23 May 2026
These simple, no-cook apps, mains, and dips come together with no heat.
—Joie Probst, Midwest Living, 23 May 2026
Clarke is about as close to a Hollywood insider as someone who never dips a toe into production gets.
—Literary Hub, 19 May 2026
Stack fruit, veggies, cheese, meats, and dips for guests for an easy, instant appetizer tray.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
At resort hotels like Rancho Las Palmas, Tiki Social is a relaxing spot for cool drinks or dinner as the evening temperature dips under 100.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
This might look like doing lunges while taking a work break or chair dips while dinner is cooking.
—Malissa Rodenburg, Health, 15 May 2026
This price action suggests that dips are being bought and that institutional support remains firm.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Her book never dips into trauma for shock value alone.
—The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
Noun
All dips were tried on Santitas corn chips.
—Eva Flowe
may 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
Days quickly merge into one another, interspersed with dips in the large pool—or aperitivo beside it; bike rides through the adjacent countryside; road trips to the beach; visits to nearby villages, including Margarites, which is famous for its ceramic making.
—Katie Silcox, Vogue, 28 May 2026
Several studies show that dietary fiber blunts the blood sugar response, helping prevent spikes and dips.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 27 May 2026
The narrow passage that once carried about one-fifth of the world's seaborne oil has seen historic dips, with tracking data showing vessel traffic falling sharply to near zero since the war escalated.
—Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 26 May 2026
The menu by Suliman—Sudanese by heritage but raised in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates—features snacks, toasts, and dips, plus a handful of elegantly hearty mains, like a black cod roasted in yogurt and tahini.
—Allecia Vermillion, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
Celebrate the season of al-fresco dining with these fresh and delicious summer dips.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
The region’s renowned rivers and lakes will likely be packed with folks getting their first dips of the season this holiday weekend.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Crowd-pleasing favorites include creamy dips like our Herby Green Hummus and savory finger foods such as Ham and Swiss Sliders.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dips
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At roughly 20 hours long for just the main campaign, the game already immerses players in Bond’s story for a period of time equal to or longer than most individual actors’ entire tenure.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2026
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For instance, Dave Asprey's Biohacking Conference immerses attendees into the worlds of biohacking, longevity and wellness.—
Alana Sandel,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The small red-and-white shop, covered in floral decor, also scoops gelato.—
Aviva Bechky,
Houston Chronicle,
6 May 2026
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Her husband scoops it with his fingers and pops a bit in Rambukkana's mouth, then in the mouths of their four children.—
Diaa Hadid,
NPR,
16 Apr. 2026
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The jump plunges 364ft towards the Zambezi River below.—
Sarah Kingdom,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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The main channel seen in the images measures about 6 miles (10 kilometers) wide and plunges roughly 1,640 feet (500 meters) deep.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
15 May 2026
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Depending on your height, this dress’s hemline falls anywhere between the lower thigh and below the knee.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Chevrolet and Honda provide one of the race’s defining rivalries, but by the time the green flag falls, a driver’s starting position may matter even more than the badge on the engine cover.—
Giovanni Malloy,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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At some point, Silva peeks into the bushes and orders Garcia several times to come out with his hands up and to stop touching his bags.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Laura's Homemade pasta and happy hour specials stand out at Laura's, a favorite sunset spot with a waterfront dining room that peeks over the waves in Port Elizabeth.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
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Oil prices, however, remained volatile, resuming their rally after three straight sessions of declines as investors weighed mixed messaging on Iran peace deal negotiations.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
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Schools that derive the lion’s share of their revenue from tuition are more vulnerable to enrollment declines and price competition.—
Matt Schifrin,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Noun
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Béis has expanded its offerings over the last few years to include kid-friendly luggage, stylish diaper bags, gym bags, commuter totes, and even fun, limited-edition color drops and collaborations.—
Meaghan Kenny,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 May 2026
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This is not a shy whiskey, but a few drops of water round off the heat and let more citrus and vanilla shine through.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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All of those are better options than a public rest stop where a bunch of other idiots are just trying to stretch their legs and empty their bladders.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Freedom from screech No one wants to sit near idiots who just want to scream about their love of their team and provoke fans into fights, like the one Monday between Yankees and Rangers fans at Globe Life Field.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Dips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dips. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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