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as in immersed
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 scooped
to lift out with something that holds liquid
carefully dipped water from the bucket to the kettle
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as in fell
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
the temperature dipped a bit in the evening
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as in plunged
to lead or extend downward
slow down, the road dips here
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as in peeked
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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Recent Examples of dipped
Newsroom Meteorologist, Houston Chronicle, 13 Feb. 2026
Shares of Airbnb have dipped 18% over the past 12 months and are down 15% on the year.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
For smaller bugs like mealybugs or scale, take a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol and wipe them off.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
The unemployment rate dipped slightly instead of rising, and there were no clear signs of a broad pickup in layoffs.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026
They are sold whole and meant to be ripped and dipped into schmears.
—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Hunter Henry is 31, and his production dipped late in the season.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Oil prices dipped on Tuesday on signs that talks between the US and Iran are alleviating the risk of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, even as the US continues to ramp up pressure on Russia’s oil exports.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
To remove the grease and grime, use a sponge or microfiber cloth dipped in warm water.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
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The freeze developed as the jet stream dipped sharply south during a strongly negative phase of what's called the Arctic Oscillation.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Houston Chronicle, 13 Feb. 2026
Shares of Airbnb have dipped 18% over the past 12 months and are down 15% on the year.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
For smaller bugs like mealybugs or scale, take a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol and wipe them off.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
The unemployment rate dipped slightly instead of rising, and there were no clear signs of a broad pickup in layoffs.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026
They are sold whole and meant to be ripped and dipped into schmears.
—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Hunter Henry is 31, and his production dipped late in the season.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Oil prices dipped on Tuesday on signs that talks between the US and Iran are alleviating the risk of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, even as the US continues to ramp up pressure on Russia’s oil exports.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
To remove the grease and grime, use a sponge or microfiber cloth dipped in warm water.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dipped
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With stunning coasts lined with calving glaciers and icy fjords, the very best Alaska cruise itineraries offer travelers the opportunity to be immersed in the culture of Indigenous villages, and spot wildlife like whales, seals, and bald eagles right from their stateroom balcony.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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For Delta Slim, Lindo read books on the blues, listened to Son House, Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf and immersed himself in the culture of the Mississippi Delta.—
Glenn Whipp,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Then, with under five minutes to play, Seahawks corner Devon Witherspoon knocked the ball out of Maye's hand on a blitz, and linebacker Uchenna Nwosu scooped it in the air and ran 45 yards for the score, setting off a party in Seattle.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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The film is about a humanlike figure whose face has been scooped out of its head.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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Cortina Mayor Gianluca Lorenzi received death threats after centuries-old trees were felled to make way for a $131 million bobsledding track.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
9 Feb. 2026
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Afterward, Agnes and I were felled by the kind of hunger that overtakes only those who have exerted themselves in cold weather.—
Boris Fishman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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Protests in Tehran erupted in late December 2025 after the rial plunged to a record low amid rising inflation and economic hardship, and carried into January 2026, prompting widespread market and public space closures.—
Eda Uysen,
Rolling Stone,
15 Feb. 2026
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The value of the currency has plunged, and inflation has climbed to record levels.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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The sun highlighted the red in her hair and peeked in the corner of the photo.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Under the hem, smooth light brown ankle boots peeked out.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Fellow rookie Noah Penda, who’s dunked 11 times across 37 games this season, didn’t have much advice to offer Richardson.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2026
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Crispy on the outside, dunked in sauce, and endlessly customizable, boneless wings have earned their place on game-day menus and weeknight dinner tables.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Feb. 2026
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This Garlic-Thyme Sauce would also be excellent spooned over filet slices.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Feb. 2026
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Bursts of Bing cherries and plump raisins add a fruity depth, making every bite savory, juicy, and just sweet enough, especially when spooned over creamy mashed potatoes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
2 Feb. 2026
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Robinhood shares tumbled 10% after the fintech app missed fourth-quarter revenue estimates.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
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Vizcaino tumbled from his vehicle and allegedly attempted to carjack multiple nearby vehicles while wielding a knife.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Dipped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dipped. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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