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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
Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 15 May 2026
That trend has led to lower inventory on dealers’ lots, but supply levels haven’t dipped low enough to slow the decline in average listing prices.
—Chris Teague, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
The percentage dipped some for the final week of the season, possibly because viewers were doing some catch-up viewing on the first installment.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
Last year, the New York City nonprofit, which provided $140 million to roughly 300 local charities, dipped into its reserves to provide emergency grants for around 190 organizations amid federal cuts.
—Steve Friess, Time, 14 May 2026
At the same time, migration from El Salvador, fueled by gang violence and poverty, dipped after Bukele’s contentious war on the gangs.
—Marcos Alemán, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
At the same time, migration from El Salvador, fueled by gang violence and poverty, dipped following Bukele's contentious war on the gangs.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
Its fur was the mottled grey and russet brown of autumn leaves, the tip of its tail black, as if dipped in paint.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
The last two years mark the only time that sea ice levels have dipped below 2 million square kilometers since satellites began monitoring it in 1978.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
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Lawmakers raised tuition for state universities, took an axe to Medicaid and dipped into the state’s savings account to bridge the budget gap.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 15 May 2026
That trend has led to lower inventory on dealers’ lots, but supply levels haven’t dipped low enough to slow the decline in average listing prices.
—Chris Teague, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
The percentage dipped some for the final week of the season, possibly because viewers were doing some catch-up viewing on the first installment.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
Last year, the New York City nonprofit, which provided $140 million to roughly 300 local charities, dipped into its reserves to provide emergency grants for around 190 organizations amid federal cuts.
—Steve Friess, Time, 14 May 2026
At the same time, migration from El Salvador, fueled by gang violence and poverty, dipped after Bukele’s contentious war on the gangs.
—Marcos Alemán, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
At the same time, migration from El Salvador, fueled by gang violence and poverty, dipped following Bukele's contentious war on the gangs.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
Its fur was the mottled grey and russet brown of autumn leaves, the tip of its tail black, as if dipped in paint.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
The last two years mark the only time that sea ice levels have dipped below 2 million square kilometers since satellites began monitoring it in 1978.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dipped
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Dive Into The History Ride The Rails Nestled in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, Staunton is immersed in natural beauty, which can be fully appreciated from within a 1940s era rail car on the Virginia Scenic Railway.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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Mbappé enjoyed a tranquil childhood thanks to a large and supportive family that immersed him in sport.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
12 May 2026
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The ball went right back to Skenes, who scooped it up and easily tossed to first as the PNC Park booed.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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With its sarong, curve-enhancing silhouette, and scooped neckline, the little red dress is enough to stop hearts, take breath away, and provide CPR all at once.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
11 May 2026
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But they were felled by poor shooting Friday, making just 35% overall and were particularly bad from long range.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 May 2026
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But before he was felled at age 68 by a heart attack, Joiner had shared what was in the briefcase with the lead Louisiana State Police investigator on the case, Stefan Montgomery, Joiner's son and the LSP confirmed.—
Stephanie Gosk,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
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Halsey wore look 30 from Mishra’s spring 2024 couture collection, a blush-nude tulle gown with tiny beaded straps and a deep V that plunged to the waist.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
10 May 2026
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On May 1, Chinese tariffs on imports from all 53 African countries with which China holds diplomatic relations plunged to zero.—
Steve H. Hanke,
Fortune,
10 May 2026
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The door opened, and the man of the evening peeked out from the passenger’s seat.—
Matt Baker,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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Every single item fit easily into the bag’s zippered interior except for my laptop, which peeked out of the top.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
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Randle shed Champagnie with a forearm and power dunked with two hands before Wembanyama could block it.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
5 May 2026
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Warren got Josh Lowe and Vaughn Grissom on flyouts and was one strike away from escaping the jam when Peraza dunked an 0-2 curve into left-center for the win.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2026
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It's spooned both at the crust and in the center decoration, but the flavor does have a brightness to it that is hard to come by without actual fresh strawberries.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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After six hours in the slow cooker, the stew is ready to be spooned over rice or tucked into warm flour tortillas.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
9 Apr. 2026
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New apartment construction in Los Angeles County tumbled 33% over the same period, hitting an 11-year low in the three months through December.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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As reading scores tumbled over the past decade, parents, scholars and literacy advocates pushed for teaching methods that align with decades of research about how kids learn to read — largely by sounding out words.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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“Dipped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dipped. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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