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as in immerses
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 scoops
to lift out with something that holds liquid
carefully dipped water from the bucket to the kettle
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as in plunges
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
the temperature dipped a bit in the evening
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4
as in falls
to lead or extend downward
slow down, the road dips here
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as in peeks
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 declines
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 drops
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 idiots
a stupid person
how did that dip get through medical school?
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Recent Examples of dips
Malissa Rodenburg, Health, 15 May 2026
This price action suggests that dips are being bought and that institutional support remains firm.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 15 May 2026
She's adjusted her budget, but occasionally dips into savings to cover an unexpected household expense.
—Jennifer Ludden, NPR, 15 May 2026
Her book never dips into trauma for shock value alone.
—The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
The bowls can pull double duty and be used to serve dressings, sauces and dips as well.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 12 May 2026
Pat Irwin, who primarily handles piano and synths but also dips into slide guitar, harmonium, and autoharp, comes from surf rock and new wave, and played with the Raybeats and the B-52’s.
—Brian Howe, Pitchfork, 12 May 2026
Consideration for the nighttime viewing environment is immediately apparent as soon as the sun dips below the horizon, when the entire property takes on a soft red glow.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2026
Breads and dips rotate at every meal, too—ezay, a ubiquitous Bhutanese chili condiment made with tangy local tree tomatoes, was especially memorable.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Crowd-pleasing favorites include creamy dips like our Herby Green Hummus and savory finger foods such as Ham and Swiss Sliders.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 May 2026
Growth time can shift due to sunlight, temperature dips, or humidity imbalance.
—David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 21 May 2026
In analyzing enrollment dips, the New York Times found that for cities, housing costs and other expenses are driving some families out.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
The neighborhood It’d be easy to spend a week around Nay Palad’s beachfront area, alternating between dips in the pool, reading books in a hammock, and tours around the gin-clear water in a see-through kayak—but on-the-up Siargao is well worth exploring.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
Styles has talked about daily outdoor cold-water swimming, including dips at Dublin’s Vico Baths.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
For example, poor sleep, high stress or poor relationship quality can all contribute to dips.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 18 May 2026
The respective domestic and international weekend dips of -31% via Lionsgate and -14% via Universal is everything a competing studio can be jealous of.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 17 May 2026
Verb
This might look like doing lunges while taking a work break or chair dips while dinner is cooking.
—Malissa Rodenburg, Health, 15 May 2026
This price action suggests that dips are being bought and that institutional support remains firm.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 15 May 2026
She's adjusted her budget, but occasionally dips into savings to cover an unexpected household expense.
—Jennifer Ludden, NPR, 15 May 2026
Her book never dips into trauma for shock value alone.
—The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
The bowls can pull double duty and be used to serve dressings, sauces and dips as well.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 12 May 2026
Pat Irwin, who primarily handles piano and synths but also dips into slide guitar, harmonium, and autoharp, comes from surf rock and new wave, and played with the Raybeats and the B-52’s.
—Brian Howe, Pitchfork, 12 May 2026
Consideration for the nighttime viewing environment is immediately apparent as soon as the sun dips below the horizon, when the entire property takes on a soft red glow.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2026
Breads and dips rotate at every meal, too—ezay, a ubiquitous Bhutanese chili condiment made with tangy local tree tomatoes, was especially memorable.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Noun
The region’s renowned rivers and lakes will likely be packed with folks getting their first dips of the season this holiday weekend.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Crowd-pleasing favorites include creamy dips like our Herby Green Hummus and savory finger foods such as Ham and Swiss Sliders.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 May 2026
Growth time can shift due to sunlight, temperature dips, or humidity imbalance.
—David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 21 May 2026
In analyzing enrollment dips, the New York Times found that for cities, housing costs and other expenses are driving some families out.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
The neighborhood It’d be easy to spend a week around Nay Palad’s beachfront area, alternating between dips in the pool, reading books in a hammock, and tours around the gin-clear water in a see-through kayak—but on-the-up Siargao is well worth exploring.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
Styles has talked about daily outdoor cold-water swimming, including dips at Dublin’s Vico Baths.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
For example, poor sleep, high stress or poor relationship quality can all contribute to dips.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 18 May 2026
The respective domestic and international weekend dips of -31% via Lionsgate and -14% via Universal is everything a competing studio can be jealous of.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 17 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dips
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Château de Berne immerses guests in the systems sustaining the estate, such as seasonal cycles, rather than insulating them from it.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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The resort unveils new and updated features every year—in 2026, look for Aquavia Lumina, a nighttime walk through a canyon with lights, projections, and music that immerses you in a story world.—
Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
9 May 2026
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The small red-and-white shop, covered in floral decor, also scoops gelato.—
Aviva Bechky,
Houston Chronicle,
6 May 2026
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Her husband scoops it with his fingers and pops a bit in Rambukkana's mouth, then in the mouths of their four children.—
Diaa Hadid,
NPR,
16 Apr. 2026
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Subjected to an ancient ritual, her return plunges the family into a terrifying nightmare.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The main channel seen in the images measures about 6 miles (10 kilometers) wide and plunges roughly 1,640 feet (500 meters) deep.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
15 May 2026
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Depending on your height, this dress’s hemline falls anywhere between the lower thigh and below the knee.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Chevrolet and Honda provide one of the race’s defining rivalries, but by the time the green flag falls, a driver’s starting position may matter even more than the badge on the engine cover.—
Giovanni Malloy,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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At some point, Silva peeks into the bushes and orders Garcia several times to come out with his hands up and to stop touching his bags.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Laura's Homemade pasta and happy hour specials stand out at Laura's, a favorite sunset spot with a waterfront dining room that peeks over the waves in Port Elizabeth.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
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Further declines in home prices would deepen the hit to household balance sheets, said Lizzi Lee, a fellow at Center for China Analysis, noting that the property downturn has already inflicted significant job losses across construction and related sectors.—
Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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This year might not be any different, with the pros looking for single-digit declines in both revenues and profits.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Silver plays two roles — as a store of value and a raw material for industry — which can mean bigger gains when the economy is growing but sharper drops during downturns.—
Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Add a few drops of mild detergent to warm water and blot the stain with a microfiber cloth rather than scrubbing it.—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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All of those are better options than a public rest stop where a bunch of other idiots are just trying to stretch their legs and empty their bladders.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Freedom from screech No one wants to sit near idiots who just want to scream about their love of their team and provoke fans into fights, like the one Monday between Yankees and Rangers fans at Globe Life Field.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Dips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dips. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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