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
Over the past decade, Spielberg has dabbled in dramas for adults (The Post, The Fabelmans) — and made the musical West Side Story — but has not helmed a pure popcorn flick since 2018’s Ready Player One grossed $607 million globally.
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Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2026
The store was run by Sam Yuen, head of one of Los Angeles’ tongs, which were secret societies made up of men from China who often dabbled in illicit activities.
—Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
Outside of her modeling career, she’s dabbled in acting, appearing in a 2019 episode of grown-ish and starring in 2020 BET+ film Trigger.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 10 June 2026
The 37-year-old said his medical services businesses had given him enough wealth to dabble in private travel, although the costs put him off.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
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Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2026
The store was run by Sam Yuen, head of one of Los Angeles’ tongs, which were secret societies made up of men from China who often dabbled in illicit activities.
—Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
Outside of her modeling career, she’s dabbled in acting, appearing in a 2019 episode of grown-ish and starring in 2020 BET+ film Trigger.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 10 June 2026
The 37-year-old said his medical services businesses had given him enough wealth to dabble in private travel, although the costs put him off.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
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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.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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Iran responded in the 64th minute with Rezaeian’s cross headed home by Mohammad Mohebi, tying the score and delighting fans.—
Iliana Limón Romero,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Most importantly, fans all over the world were entertained by the product.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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As Stephanie entertained the guests, Paul prepared dinner, methodically puttering in the kitchen all afternoon.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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But questions remain about whether will decide to play elsewhere or close the chapter on his storied career.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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Allen plays Roxie, a dying wife and mother who arrives in the trauma bay during the show’s second season.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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As Nix rehabbed from his second surgery, while also enjoying his new role as a first-time father following the birth of his daughter Riley, he was amused by a fervor sprouting across social media or on radio talk shows about his operation and the recovery that followed.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The process of arranging dinner amused and intimidated me.—
Matthew Kassel,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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The post, and the idea of them as a couple, did not please the Bravo faithful.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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Creators Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest lend an auteur’s touch to the material, creating something that stands on its own while still bearing some of the MCU’s crowd pleasing flourishes.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
15 June 2026
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“Dabble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dabble. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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