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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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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
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
Paramount Skydance said first-quarter profit rose despite shortfalls in the company’s largest business –traditional TV — as revenue dips from cable and broadcast were offset by growth in movie and TV production as well as subscriptions to Paramount+.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 4 May 2026
Glossy rosettes emerge green and blush rosy when temperatures dips, then burst into canary-yellow flowers emerge in late summer-early fall.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 4 May 2026
Experts recommend adding these nutrient-dense beans to salads, soups, and dips for a protein boost.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 3 May 2026
In the footage, a rescuer is seen using a rope to reach the man by scaling down the side of the embankment, which dips hundreds of feet below the High Steel Bridge in northwestern Washington's Mason County.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 3 May 2026
After three straight draws to open the news digs, Miami embarrassingly remains winless in its new stadium and dips to third in MLS East.
—Greg Cote
may 3, Miami Herald, 3 May 2026
Once the disease spreads to other areas of the body, however, treatment becomes much more difficult, and the five-year survival rate dips to roughly 16 percent.
—K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 2 May 2026
Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
Harry Styles uses ice baths for post-show recovery and mental clarity, and frequently engages in outdoor cold-water swimming, including notable dips at Dublin’s Vico Baths.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
The roller-coaster-like dips and highs in temperatures across most of the nation will come amid a late-season snowstorm in Denver and Rocky Mountains.
—Kenton Gewecke, ABC News, 4 May 2026
Progesterone, estrogen, and other hormones fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle, and many people feel the effects of the sudden peaks and dips.
—Andréa Becker, The Atlantic, 3 May 2026
Wright recommended adding them to soups, using them in salads, and even blending them into hummus-style dips.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 3 May 2026
While many media streaming sticks can work to some extent when plugged into a TV's USB port, their performance isn’t reliable and can be prone to crashes and reboots due to power dips.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
The product design for the pull-on skinny and flare denim sought to tackle frequent fit issues women have with jeans—such as waist gaps and hip dips—with waist-smoothing paneling and padding and contour seaming to lift and round wearers’ hips.
—Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2026
Blend them into veggie burgers, dips, and even smoothies, says Topol.
—Olivia Tarantino, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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
Paramount Skydance said first-quarter profit rose despite shortfalls in the company’s largest business –traditional TV — as revenue dips from cable and broadcast were offset by growth in movie and TV production as well as subscriptions to Paramount+.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 4 May 2026
Glossy rosettes emerge green and blush rosy when temperatures dips, then burst into canary-yellow flowers emerge in late summer-early fall.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 4 May 2026
Experts recommend adding these nutrient-dense beans to salads, soups, and dips for a protein boost.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 3 May 2026
In the footage, a rescuer is seen using a rope to reach the man by scaling down the side of the embankment, which dips hundreds of feet below the High Steel Bridge in northwestern Washington's Mason County.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 3 May 2026
After three straight draws to open the news digs, Miami embarrassingly remains winless in its new stadium and dips to third in MLS East.
—Greg Cote
may 3, Miami Herald, 3 May 2026
Once the disease spreads to other areas of the body, however, treatment becomes much more difficult, and the five-year survival rate dips to roughly 16 percent.
—K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 2 May 2026
Noun
Harry Styles uses ice baths for post-show recovery and frequently swims outdoors, including dips at Dublin’s Vico Baths.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
Harry Styles uses ice baths for post-show recovery and mental clarity, and frequently engages in outdoor cold-water swimming, including notable dips at Dublin’s Vico Baths.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
The roller-coaster-like dips and highs in temperatures across most of the nation will come amid a late-season snowstorm in Denver and Rocky Mountains.
—Kenton Gewecke, ABC News, 4 May 2026
Progesterone, estrogen, and other hormones fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle, and many people feel the effects of the sudden peaks and dips.
—Andréa Becker, The Atlantic, 3 May 2026
Wright recommended adding them to soups, using them in salads, and even blending them into hummus-style dips.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 3 May 2026
While many media streaming sticks can work to some extent when plugged into a TV's USB port, their performance isn’t reliable and can be prone to crashes and reboots due to power dips.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
The product design for the pull-on skinny and flare denim sought to tackle frequent fit issues women have with jeans—such as waist gaps and hip dips—with waist-smoothing paneling and padding and contour seaming to lift and round wearers’ hips.
—Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2026
Blend them into veggie burgers, dips, and even smoothies, says Topol.
—Olivia Tarantino, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dips
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An intimate, nine-room boutique hotel in La Punta Zicatela that fully immerses guests in the sights and sounds of Puerto Escondido.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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The film immerses us in the boy’s world, following his journey from age 8 to 18.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
14 Apr. 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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Ma puts the red wine to one side, ignores the shortbread, and scoops a glob of cream cheese onto her fingertip.—
Molly Aitken,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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If earlier American Football records hinted at adult disillusionment, LP4 plunges cannon ball-style into it.—
Jonathan Cohen,
SPIN,
1 May 2026
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Ernaux’s signature method of resisting interpretation and incarnating the past plunges us into this girl’s experience.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Apr. 2026
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On both sides of the street, the sidewalk rises and falls, uprooted and cracked by shallow roots because over many decades, the trees were not properly maintained.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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The youngest Issa falls somewhere in between her sisters’ styles.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 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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Research from Education Next shows the declines are not only in older grades, but also in pre-K and kindergarten.—
Tina Dello Russo,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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The data also show a more recent turnaround, with declines in such crime and improved clearance rates.—
Hailey Wang,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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Two aviation courses are expected to take place, including water drops, passenger loading, cargo handling and refining communications, according to a release.—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2026
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Lee announces the drops via Dover Sole Market’s Instagram stories Wednesday or Thursday for Saturday and Sunday pickup.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
7 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 14 May. 2026.
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