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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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3
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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5
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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1
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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2
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
Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
From there, Hill dips into several different modes of storytelling.
—William Earl, Variety, 21 Oct. 2025
But Nix is amid something of a minor sophomore slip — dips in his completion percentage, success rate, yards per attempt and QBR.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Meiner has pointed to statistics indicating dips in major crimes.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2025
Jennifer Lopez-starring Kiss Of The Spider Woman from Roadside Attractions’ dips to 740.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025
The green flash that imprints on the back of your eyes, right as the sun dips into the horizon—that’s Ragtime.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
Once the Sun dips below the horizon, which is the case in all the hours between dusk and dawn, no solar power is generated at all.
—Big Think, 15 Oct. 2025
Once the temperature dips below 50°F, all growth will stop, the fronds can turn yellow, and freezing temperatures can kill the fern.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2025
Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
Their dips, which are made with real chicken and cottage cheese, deliver nine to ten grams of protein.
—Katherine Fung, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Overdoing it on peanut butter, cream cheese, caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, or other dips could make weight management harder.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 22 Oct. 2025
Add kale to soups and smoothies, blend it into dips, or steam it as a side with grains, legumes, fish, or lean proteins.
—Barbie Cervoni, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2025
Sheep’s wool is also highly damaging to vital river systems, as excrement from the UK’s 31 million sheep and chemical sheep dips run into waterways, causing suffocating eutrophication.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Oct. 2025
Realtors say the dips are caused by the migration of homeless encampments from downtown Phoenix, but city officials contend the root cause would be impossible to pinpoint.
—Helen Rummel, AZCentral.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Teens also experience follicular stages and ovulation, all of which may come with symptoms like unexpected energy increases and dips, appetite changes, and bloating.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 20 Oct. 2025
Anthony Edwards’ 3-point production dips Not drastically, but the superstar guard led the NBA in 3-point attempts (811) and makes (320) last season.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
Aywa Short-Sleeve Tee and Flare Pants Lounge Set Wear this crewneck T-shirt and flare pants with a foldover waistband on their own in the daytime, then add a jacket when the temperature dips.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
From there, Hill dips into several different modes of storytelling.
—William Earl, Variety, 21 Oct. 2025
But Nix is amid something of a minor sophomore slip — dips in his completion percentage, success rate, yards per attempt and QBR.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Meiner has pointed to statistics indicating dips in major crimes.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2025
Jennifer Lopez-starring Kiss Of The Spider Woman from Roadside Attractions’ dips to 740.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025
The green flash that imprints on the back of your eyes, right as the sun dips into the horizon—that’s Ragtime.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
Once the Sun dips below the horizon, which is the case in all the hours between dusk and dawn, no solar power is generated at all.
—Big Think, 15 Oct. 2025
Once the temperature dips below 50°F, all growth will stop, the fronds can turn yellow, and freezing temperatures can kill the fern.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2025
Noun
Hard or heavy frosts, also called hard freezes, are dips below 28°F.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
Their dips, which are made with real chicken and cottage cheese, deliver nine to ten grams of protein.
—Katherine Fung, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Overdoing it on peanut butter, cream cheese, caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, or other dips could make weight management harder.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 22 Oct. 2025
Add kale to soups and smoothies, blend it into dips, or steam it as a side with grains, legumes, fish, or lean proteins.
—Barbie Cervoni, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2025
Sheep’s wool is also highly damaging to vital river systems, as excrement from the UK’s 31 million sheep and chemical sheep dips run into waterways, causing suffocating eutrophication.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Oct. 2025
Realtors say the dips are caused by the migration of homeless encampments from downtown Phoenix, but city officials contend the root cause would be impossible to pinpoint.
—Helen Rummel, AZCentral.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Teens also experience follicular stages and ovulation, all of which may come with symptoms like unexpected energy increases and dips, appetite changes, and bloating.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 20 Oct. 2025
Anthony Edwards’ 3-point production dips Not drastically, but the superstar guard led the NBA in 3-point attempts (811) and makes (320) last season.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dips
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Harris Stage Lines immerses families into the world of the Wild West with stagecoach and horseback rides.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
23 Oct. 2025
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Catch a Show at Lime Kiln Theater A turn of the century limestone quarry and kiln has been transformed into a one-of-a-kind outdoor theater that immerses guests in the striking landscape.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
19 Oct. 2025
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The viral clip shows Ryder suddenly jumping out of his stroller and dragging himself along a park path before a nearby dad gently scoops him up to safety.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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This smart cat litter box uses infrared sensors to detect when your cat is finished, then automatically scoops and cleans itself, dramatically reducing odors with an ionic deodorizer.—
Christine Persaud,
USA Today,
11 Oct. 2025
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Their investigation plunges them into the shadowy corners of New York and beyond — where the trio uncovers a dangerous web of secrets connecting powerful billionaires, old-school mobsters and the mysterious residents of the Arconia.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
28 Oct. 2025
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While the filmmaker’s first nine movies were modestly budgeted — see Inherent Vice (2014) or Hard Eight (1996) — the $140 million One Battle, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, plunges Anderson into franchise-like economics.—
Peter Bart,
Deadline,
9 Oct. 2025
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For now, the burden largely falls on defendants — many still deep in addiction, many who are homeless — to find and secure treatment on their own.—
Kelly Davis,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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As another once-promising season falls apart, this time stamped out in stunningly emphatic fashion, a conversation that had only begun to percolate is now steaming hot.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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Her signature brunette curls cascade over a cozy gray hoodie as morning light peeks through the window.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
22 Oct. 2025
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The peep, rounded toe is a flattering design that peeks through under the hemline of long gowns.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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The sun ducks down and sets Conejo Mountain against warm pinks and purples, transforming the ridgeline into an epic silhouette.—
Brian Hamilton,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Dignitaries would climb up Bab al Silsilah, a narrow limestone street that ducks under an arched gate.—
Ryan Byrnes,
Literary Hub,
7 Oct. 2025
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Ralphy leaps up in shock, tumbles off the sofa, and sprints toward his owner, who is filming nearby.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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Easy to roll your eyes at from the opening scene and increasingly pigheaded in all of the ones that follow, Man-su starts off a long way from likable and tumbles much lower in our estimation from there.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
8 Oct. 2025
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In a 20-second black and white video of the strike posted to X, a small boat can be seen apparently sitting motionless on the water when a long thin projectile descends on it, triggering an explosion.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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As music and dance meld in celebration of artistry, culture and history, an evil descends, threatening to devour the fabric and heart of the community — and all that Smoke and Stack have worked to achieve.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Dips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dips. Accessed 1 Nov. 2025.
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