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Definition of lipnext

lip

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adjective

lip

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verb

as in to wash
to flow along or against the waves, reflecting the red glow of the sunset, gently lipped the prow

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of lip
Noun
Include an eye mask, earplugs, sanitizing wipes, medication, a toothbrush, lip balm, and tissues to start. Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026 The luxury lip balm is formulated to provide long-lasting moisturization for instant relief and lips that stay soft and hydrated all day long. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
By After Testing Over 30 Best Sellers By Siena Gagliano Unlike balms, which can make lip color slide around, a primer locks it in while keeping lips soft and comfortable. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 2 Mar. 2025 Also, lip skin is thinner, making blood vessels more apparent. Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2024
Verb
Despite a strong third shot, Lipsky's par putt lipped out and dropped him into a tie for third. Troy Finnegan‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025 While at 13-over for the tournament on the par-five fourth on Friday, Lowry missed a short putt for par, lipping the right edge. Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for lip
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lip
Noun
  • Uber Black riders, the company's luxury vehicle service, currently pay $5 to get picked up at the curb for LAX, according to the company.
    Paris Barraza, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
  • Another up for vote would limit the number of riders that taxis and ride-hailing companies could take to, or from, the curb outside the airport’s busiest terminals.
    Jason Henry, Daily News, 8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • D'Orazio followed with a two-run, ground-rule double.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Batting in the leadoff spot, Boston’s top shortstop prospect, Franklin Arias, got the scoring started in the bottom of the third with a go-ahead two-run double off the wall.
    Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • All produce, even organic, should be washed before peeling so dirt and bacteria aren’t transferred from a knife onto the fruit or vegetable.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
  • On’s SenseTec Studio leggings come in a mix of neutrals (black and navy) and pastels (washed pink, mint green, dusty mauve, and a wispy blue that’s soon to launch).
    Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • But Pochettino, who has preached commitment to the country and the crest, might be put off by Banks’ indecision.
    Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Instead of featuring the double-Cs front and center, the closure is at the crest of the bag, for a more subtle logo presentation.
    Lara Walsh, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • If filmmakers can prompt fake actors to deliver precise performances, where does that leave human actors?
    Holly Willis, The Conversation, 13 Mar. 2026
  • The 18-minute fake pitch meeting!
    Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Clams, splashed in bright and herby broth, were paired with a narcotic mound of thin fries.
    Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
  • Streamers, corporate entities, and big-name superstars have splashed around the same waters as the DIY SoundCloud nerds.
    Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 13 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Concentric bands of short linear patterns wrapped around the rim.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Given how well Queta has played this season, that at-the-rim scoring binge was impressive, but not shocking.
    Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • The easiest way to tell the difference is that raspberries are hollow and blackberries are solid.
    Carl R. Gold, Baltimore Sun, 7 Mar. 2026
  • When someone loses collagen in their face, their temples and undereyes may become more hollow and fine lines more pronounced.
    Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 6 Mar. 2026

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“Lip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lip. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

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