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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
Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
The jet stream dipping over the Eastern US and high pressure east of Bermuda will both draw these systems generally northward.
—Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2025
Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2025
In addition to the high-end living demand — with the number of sales transactions of $5 million-and-up units jumping nearly 12% over last year — the median price of affordable older condos, considered 30 years and up, also remains strong, despite a $10,000 dip in value compared to a year ago.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
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Verb
For the first time in nearly a decade, homeownership in the United States has dipped year-over-year, albeit just slightly.
—Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
The jet stream dipping over the Eastern US and high pressure east of Bermuda will both draw these systems generally northward.
—Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
Homicide numbers in Kansas City have been consistently high over the past nine years though there were dips in 2018, 2021 and 2024, according to annual reports for the Kansas City Police Department and numbers The Star tracks.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2025
In addition to the high-end living demand — with the number of sales transactions of $5 million-and-up units jumping nearly 12% over last year — the median price of affordable older condos, considered 30 years and up, also remains strong, despite a $10,000 dip in value compared to a year ago.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dip
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Soaked in a meaty mushroom stock, dredged in flour, and dunked in buttermilk, these crispy, tender mushrooms are extra delicious.—
Mary Alice Russell,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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The rim is made with durable metal with a 90-degree hinge, allowing players of all ages to dunk with ease.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
24 Sep. 2025
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Experience the Bedsure Quilted Mattress Topper for yourself and scoop one up before this deal expires.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
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Two from Olive & June, and all of the nail girlies will want to scoop them up fast.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
25 Sep. 2025
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Though speculation has been swirling around Doctor Who for months amid plunging ratings and concerns that Disney+ could pull out of its co-production deal with BBC, the British broadcaster’s new chief content officer Kate Phillips recently affirmed the company remains committed to the show.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
27 Sep. 2025
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In the summer of 2022 when inflation was raging at four-decade highs and consumer sentiment plunged to its lowest level on record, Americans continued to spend at a solid clip in the following months.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
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The 49ers dropped their first loss of the season to the Jaguars, as the team fell with a final score of 26-21.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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However, only 5% is allocated to equities, which means there is room for retail participation to deepen, especially as deposit rates fall and property remains out of favor, analysts told CNBC.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
29 Sep. 2025
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Imagine the cotton sweatpants styled with the wool coat and V-neck sweater for a Sunday stroll, or a pop of red peeking out from underneath a leather or shearling jacket.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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America Ferrera attended a London screening of The Lost Bus in London in an oversized double-breasted red blazer with a black lacy top peeking through.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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Manheim speaks music fluently, having grown up in New York immersed in the ska scene of the 1990s.—
Shirley Halperin,
Rolling Stone,
1 Oct. 2025
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Bailey immersed himself in the euphoria, even sneaking into a Wicked sing-along at the cinema to get the full fan experience.—
Olivia-Anne Cleary,
Time,
30 Sep. 2025
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To prevent dense, dry batter, spoon the flour into the measuring cup before leveling it off with a knife.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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Cover and bake at 350°F until rice is tender, about 50 minutes, spooning oysters on top after 35 minutes of baking.—
BJ Dennis,
Southern Living,
24 Sep. 2025
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Rizzo declined to comment on any potential campaign, pointing to ongoing efforts to strike down the map.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
25 Sep. 2025
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Energy demands around the world are rising, and with the increasing impacts of climate change and the declining efficiency of existing infrastructure, the situation is likely to worsen.—
Lauren Giella,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Dip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dip. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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