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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
Brittany Carloni, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
For the runway show, models descended from a temple built out of scaffolding before dipping into the fountain at Palais de Tokyo.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2025
Bailey Schulz, USA Today, 23 June 2025
Nike Direct : $4.7 billion, down 12% YoY, driven by a 15% drop in digital sales and a 2% dip in store sales.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 19 June 2025
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The change has critics worried Indiana's already low college-going rate could dip even further.
—Brittany Carloni, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
For the runway show, models descended from a temple built out of scaffolding before dipping into the fountain at Palais de Tokyo.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2025
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Retail sales were down 0.9% from the previous month in May, following a 0.1% dip in April, according to the Commerce Department.
—Bailey Schulz, USA Today, 23 June 2025
Nike Direct : $4.7 billion, down 12% YoY, driven by a 15% drop in digital sales and a 2% dip in store sales.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dip
Verb
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Apparently, the League was not amused when the Stanley Cup was dunked into seawater.—
Ben Crandell,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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Our afternoon coffee isn’t quite complete without a little something sweet for dunking.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
11 June 2025
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Jane Evans Davis scoops tilapia from a tank with a net, loading them on a scale.—
Kylie Williams,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2025
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Want scoop on Criminal Minds, or for any other TV show?—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
26 June 2025
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Several large rocks and boulders plunged from the overhang at the top of a popular Utah waterfall — and just barely missed a family swimming below, video shows.—
Brooke Baitinger,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2025
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Macroeconomic uncertainties also pose a threat; for instance, during the 2022 inflation crisis, QuantumScape’s stock plunged 85% from its highs, far exceeding the S&P 500’s 25% decline.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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The cost of some goods, such as toys and sporting goods, have risen, but those increases have been partly offset by falling prices for new cars, airline fares and apartment rentals, among other items.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
27 June 2025
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However, that strategy could fall flat if Cuomo keeps his campaign alive.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
27 June 2025
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To see Henry’s butcher’s shoulders peeking out of a diamanté slip dress was a gag that kept on giving.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
22 June 2025
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In the nearby Garment District — where a dramatic raid almost two weeks ago preceded a surge in Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations across Southern California, sparking volatile protests — the streets were empty except for a handful of customers peeking into stores.—
Salvador Hernandez,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
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After birth, a baby is immediately immersed in a sea of words and rhythm, as their caregivers coo over them, chatter and sing lullabies.—
Jenny Gold,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2025
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But, according to Hoffman, corporate citizenship leaders are immersing themselves in extensive planning for both short-term and long-term challenges as well as identifying opportunities for continued growth and sustained impact in their companies and communities.—
Timothy J. McClimon,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Those who did touch reported sleeping back to back (19.6%), having some contact, like touching an arm or leg (23.1%), spooning (13.3%), intertwining (4.2%) and sleeping face to face (3.5%).—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2025
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Reheat pulled pork and spoon over grits or polenta, or tuck into pork tacos, Carolina pulled pork sandwiches, or quesadillas al Pastor for a satisfying filling.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
21 June 2025
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LeBron James already opted in to a $52.6 million deal with the Lakers for next season, the Rockets traded for Durant and the Los Angeles Clippers saw James Harden decline his option in return for a new deal and a raise.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
1 July 2025
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At the time, Harvard declined to comment on the president’s post.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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“Dip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dip. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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