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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
Maria Pasquini, People.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Since September, Bank Indonesia has lowered its key interest rate by 100 basis points and pledged to continue cutting further to support economic growth and boost bank lending, which dipped to a two-year low in June.
—Grace Sihombing, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2025
For instance, analyzing how your customer retention compares to industry churn trends can reveal whether a dip is unique to your business or reflective of a larger market movement.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
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Verb
But as for one day dipping her toes into the wide world of broadcast, the answer is easy: no.
—Maria Pasquini, People.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Since September, Bank Indonesia has lowered its key interest rate by 100 basis points and pledged to continue cutting further to support economic growth and boost bank lending, which dipped to a two-year low in June.
—Grace Sihombing, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
Noun
That was the Friday-to-Saturday dip for such movies as Us, Final Destination: Bloodlines and Sinners.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2025
For instance, analyzing how your customer retention compares to industry churn trends can reveal whether a dip is unique to your business or reflective of a larger market movement.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dip
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Fresh mint completes the pumpkin look; dunk it into the liquid to bring out its herbaceous flavor.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Aug. 2025
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McCamey is accused of following the girls around the park and dunking them in the pool, police told the station.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
24 July 2025
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Once mixed, scoop out at least 1 cup of soil into a zipper lock bag and label the bag with a sample identification.—
Nora Doonan,
Hartford Courant,
16 Aug. 2025
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Some drinkers even scoop the grounds into their morning smoothie.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
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Filmed on 16mm Kodak Ektachrome across a non-stop 45 day shoot, Petersen expands her exploration of mysticism and disappearance in southernmost Argentina – plunging head-first into a father-daughter relationship upended in the sleepy mountains of Tierra del Fuego.—
Jason Liwag,
Variety,
14 Aug. 2025
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The eviction notice has plunged his future into uncertainty.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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But, if wages don’t rise to match those jumps, consumer spending could fall and slow the economy.—
Raul Elizalde,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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But critics say the global response has fallen dangerously short, despite the fact that $1.1 billion has been pledged by countries, foundations and international organizations to support mpox control.—
Gabrielle Emanuel,
NPR,
14 Aug. 2025
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Each of these pairs will enjoy near-daily wear peeking out from under wide-leg jeans and fall dresses.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
5 Aug. 2025
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The residents saw the prowler outside their homes peeking in at them.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
28 July 2025
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With its own helicopter pad on the top of the 38-story tower, the Rolls-Royce showroom and Houston's only Bugatti dealership on the ground floor, you will be immersed in luxury from head to toe.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Born in the Spanish Harlem neighborhood of New York to Puerto Rican parents, Eddie grew up immersed in the jazz world.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Every bite of this dish, whether spooned from a steaming bowl or crisped into fritters, represents how food can carry the weight of memory, love, and history.—
Sami Tamimi
August 6,
Literary Hub,
6 Aug. 2025
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The set also includes a serving fork and spoon so guests can pile up their plates.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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The Attorney General’s Office declined to comment on the complaint, which was filed in March 2025.—
Mary Jo Pitzl,
AZCentral.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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The Current declined to comment and referred all requests to the NWSL.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
17 Aug. 2025
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“Dip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dip. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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