as in delights
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 dabbles
Cold and heat therapy James also dabbles with many flashier techniques.
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Matt Fuchs, Time, 20 Apr. 2026
Based on thhe history alone, Texas remains a football school that dabbles in hoops.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 21 Mar. 2026
Princess Kate also dabbles in a handful of additional hobbies – including sports.
—Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Earlier today, the tire company that dabbles in food criticism unveiled its third annual ratings for a select group of cities around the state and Denver‘s the Wolf’s Tailor was promoted from one star to two.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2025
Dunham is one of the longtime voices of Sports Radio 1310 The Ticket who dabbles in live music.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2025
Deus Ex also dabbles in conspiracy theories, which Metal Gear Solid fans will surely be familiar with and enjoy.
—George Yang, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2025
The accountant dabbles in money management, the doctor dabbles in real estate development, and everyone is a part time social media influencer.
—Jonathan I. Shenkman, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Then, the reality of playing behind the Patriots’ offensive line and across from a Vikings defense that dabbles in the dark arts hit hard.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2025
Matt Fuchs, Time, 20 Apr. 2026
Based on thhe history alone, Texas remains a football school that dabbles in hoops.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 21 Mar. 2026
Princess Kate also dabbles in a handful of additional hobbies – including sports.
—Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Earlier today, the tire company that dabbles in food criticism unveiled its third annual ratings for a select group of cities around the state and Denver‘s the Wolf’s Tailor was promoted from one star to two.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2025
Dunham is one of the longtime voices of Sports Radio 1310 The Ticket who dabbles in live music.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2025
Deus Ex also dabbles in conspiracy theories, which Metal Gear Solid fans will surely be familiar with and enjoy.
—George Yang, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2025
The accountant dabbles in money management, the doctor dabbles in real estate development, and everyone is a part time social media influencer.
—Jonathan I. Shenkman, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Then, the reality of playing behind the Patriots’ offensive line and across from a Vikings defense that dabbles in the dark arts hit hard.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dabbles
Verb
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
27 May 2026
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Whether the product delivers on—and delights—expectations.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Verb
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The Green Griller likely has an herb garden blooming in his yard and entertains in a rugged yet stylish manner with a variety of equipment that imparts a clean, outdoorsy flavor without leaving behind ash.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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But, of course, nobody entertains for a moment the thought that the fund could conceivably reward an actual victim of weaponization.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
19 May 2026
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