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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
Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 28 May 2026
April 29Trump’s approval rating dipped two points from March, to 40%, and his disapproval rating increased five points, to 56%, according to the latest Emerson College survey of 1,000 likely voters conducted April 24-26 (the poll has a margin of error of 3).
—Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Meanwhile, attendance at River Cats home games dipped about 21%, according to a Bee analysis.
—Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
As a result, following the game, Rozier’s bribe dipped to $70,000, federal prosecutors said.
—Tom Winter, NBC news, 28 May 2026
The Chicago White Sox dipped into their farm system this week, calling up infielder/outfielder Rikuu Nishida on Monday and pitcher David Sandlin on Tuesday.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Consumer confidence also dipped this month, but not as sharply as in other ways that shoppers rate the economy.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 27 May 2026
To be frank, the development shouldn’t be terribly surprising, considering his whiff rate dipped below 25% last year, and his strikeout rate ranked 124th out of 144 relievers.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
Prices dipped slightly from Thursday when drivers paid the most on average since July 2022.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 22 May 2026
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Alex Newhook’s shot dipped below Luukkonen’s glove and gave the Montreal Canadiens a 3-2 overtime win against the Sabres in Game 7.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 28 May 2026
April 29Trump’s approval rating dipped two points from March, to 40%, and his disapproval rating increased five points, to 56%, according to the latest Emerson College survey of 1,000 likely voters conducted April 24-26 (the poll has a margin of error of 3).
—Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Meanwhile, attendance at River Cats home games dipped about 21%, according to a Bee analysis.
—Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
As a result, following the game, Rozier’s bribe dipped to $70,000, federal prosecutors said.
—Tom Winter, NBC news, 28 May 2026
The Chicago White Sox dipped into their farm system this week, calling up infielder/outfielder Rikuu Nishida on Monday and pitcher David Sandlin on Tuesday.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Consumer confidence also dipped this month, but not as sharply as in other ways that shoppers rate the economy.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 27 May 2026
To be frank, the development shouldn’t be terribly surprising, considering his whiff rate dipped below 25% last year, and his strikeout rate ranked 124th out of 144 relievers.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
Prices dipped slightly from Thursday when drivers paid the most on average since July 2022.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dipped
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At Miraval Berkshires, guests are immersed in an intimate, nature-rich setting that invites connection, whether that means getting to know others, engaging with our expert specialists, exploring team challenges, or participating in ceremonies grounded in traditional wisdom.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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Astronauts on the International Space Station are usually immersed in groundbreaking science experiments or witnessing breathtaking cosmic sights – not showcasing their skills in the culinary arts.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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Meryll Rogge, now the creative director of Marni, scooped the 2025 Grand Prize for her eponymous brand.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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Trailing the California Angels in the decisive Game 5 of the best-of-five AL Championship Series, Moore scooped a fifth-inning single by series MVP Fred Lynn and fired a strike to nail Reggie Jackson at third base, helping Milwaukee stay within a run.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Piccotto effectively plays the regret of a mother forced to reckon with the loss of a child, the horror of engaging with that child again, while also grappling with her own role as a mother felled by the scourge of addiction.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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In a Western Conference Final where a few other key Colorado Avalanche players are already playing through injuries, the NHL’s leading goal scorer this season was felled trying to prevent someone else from scoring.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
25 May 2026
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The consumer economy, though, is flagging; pork prices have plunged amid a glut and languid spending, in a microcosm of muted demand in the country.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
31 May 2026
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Dollar General shares have fallen for three straight months and the stock is off 17% in 2025; National Vision plunged 29% in May.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
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Bass peeked around the back doors of a supporter’s Venice home Sunday afternoon to cheers from several dozen supporters at an intimate event.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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My trusty spreadsheet peeked at building permits filed in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego counties and found that developers in the 12 months ending in March had plans approved for the most housing since August 2007.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Pitchfork Steak Fondue Cowboys cook steaks on a pitchfork dunked in hot oil at this dinner event before the Medora Musical.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
1 June 2026
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Soaked in a meaty mushroom stock, dredged in flour, and dunked in buttermilk, these crispy, tender mushrooms are extra delicious.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
19 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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CrowdStrike shares also tumbled around 10% in after-hours trading despite its fiscal first-quarter results narrowly beating Wall Street expectations.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Chinese demand for oil has tumbled 9% from before the Iran war, according to JPMorgan.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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“Dipped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dipped. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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