as in recommendations
a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert
got some tips from a horticulturist on how to get my violets to bloom
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as in bonuses
a small sum of money given for a service over and above what is due
gave our waiter an extra large tip for such fantastic service
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as in dividends
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
a customer who always gives his paper carrier a very generous tip at Christmastime
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as in dumps
chiefly British
a place where discarded materials (as trash) are dumped
you simply cannot dispose of leftover petrol at the tip
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as in slopes
to set or cause to be at an angle
be careful because if you tip your cup any more, you'll spill your tea
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Recent Examples of tips
Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Known for its screeching headlines, up-to-the-second scoops, and contentious practice of paying off sources for scandalous tips, the tabloid has widened its pitiless lens to include officials across the political spectrum.
—Paula Mejía, New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2026
The campaign, reported first by CNBC, is part of a Republican effort during the week taxes are due to highlight proposals, like no tax on tips and no tax on overtime, that were enacted as part of the 2025 GOP tax and spending bill.
—Justin Papp, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
Prevention tips To reduce the risk of contracting Shigella, experts recommend carefully washing your hands with soap and water after activities that could cause exposure.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Osuna Ranch Manager Christine Praefke was also on site and offered some basic tips on how to approach a horse.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Anonymous tips can be given through the New London Police Tips 411 system by texting NLPDTip plus the information to Tip411 (847411).
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 14 Apr. 2026
Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
A lot of that is DNA evidence, but more than 30,000 tips have come in about the case, which have to be analyzed.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 10 Apr. 2026
Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
The tournament tips off with the First Four on Wednesday and Thursday, and the first round begins Friday.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
Tuesday’s matchup with the Miami Heat tips off a season-long seven-game home stand for the Hornets.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 14 Mar. 2026
In the private sector, the driving need to earn a profit often tips the scale in favor of change.
—Walter Russell Mead, The Atlantic, 24 Jan. 2026
Its moniker likely tips a cap to Purée Mongole, a creamy split pea and tomato soup that first appeared in cookbooks in the late 1800s.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2026
The mistake immediately tips Nathan off to the romantic relationship brewing between Rebecca and the geologist.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 28 Dec. 2025
The new map tips the scale toward Republicans in five districts, including Veasey’s.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Dec. 2025
Taiwanese tech firm Hon Hai Goldman tips Taiwanese technology firm Hon Hai for accelerated growth due to artificial intelligence servers and smartphones.
—Tasmin Lockwood, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2025
Noun
Lautz said the think tank is seeing many people take advantage of changes eliminating federal income taxes on tips and overtime.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Known for its screeching headlines, up-to-the-second scoops, and contentious practice of paying off sources for scandalous tips, the tabloid has widened its pitiless lens to include officials across the political spectrum.
—Paula Mejía, New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2026
The campaign, reported first by CNBC, is part of a Republican effort during the week taxes are due to highlight proposals, like no tax on tips and no tax on overtime, that were enacted as part of the 2025 GOP tax and spending bill.
—Justin Papp, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
Prevention tips To reduce the risk of contracting Shigella, experts recommend carefully washing your hands with soap and water after activities that could cause exposure.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Osuna Ranch Manager Christine Praefke was also on site and offered some basic tips on how to approach a horse.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Anonymous tips can be given through the New London Police Tips 411 system by texting NLPDTip plus the information to Tip411 (847411).
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 14 Apr. 2026
Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
A lot of that is DNA evidence, but more than 30,000 tips have come in about the case, which have to be analyzed.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
An hour goes by, and then, through a slit in the curtains, Miley Cyrus flashes a smile and tips her oversize black sunglasses.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
The tournament tips off with the First Four on Wednesday and Thursday, and the first round begins Friday.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
Tuesday’s matchup with the Miami Heat tips off a season-long seven-game home stand for the Hornets.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 14 Mar. 2026
In the private sector, the driving need to earn a profit often tips the scale in favor of change.
—Walter Russell Mead, The Atlantic, 24 Jan. 2026
Its moniker likely tips a cap to Purée Mongole, a creamy split pea and tomato soup that first appeared in cookbooks in the late 1800s.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2026
The mistake immediately tips Nathan off to the romantic relationship brewing between Rebecca and the geologist.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 28 Dec. 2025
The new map tips the scale toward Republicans in five districts, including Veasey’s.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Dec. 2025
Taiwanese tech firm Hon Hai Goldman tips Taiwanese technology firm Hon Hai for accelerated growth due to artificial intelligence servers and smartphones.
—Tasmin Lockwood, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tips
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Safer travel can be found on lower-angle terrain, generally slopes less than 30 degrees, particularly in areas sheltered from the wind.—
Callie Zanandrie,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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One of my favorite choices is developing a dry creek bed that slopes away from a home's foundation.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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Are their head tilts just subconscious at this point?—
Max Gao,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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Mowing your lawn at a 4-inch height rather than scalping it at 2-inches tall tilts the competitive advantage in favor of the grass over the weeds.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Apr. 2026
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The section of the bud that houses the driver is a small sphere that angles the speaker drivers into the ear canal without blocking the opening, ensuring almost perfect transparency for your surroundings.—
Mark Knapp,
PC Magazine,
30 Mar. 2026
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Compassionate Venus angles off auspicious Jupiter, spotlighting your 8th House of Generous Intimacy, which could signal adjustments around trust and money.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Tips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tips. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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