as in bites
a small piece or quantity of food
I don't want a whole dessert, so can I just have a nibble of yours?
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as in chews
to crush or grind with the teeth
nibbling crackers
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as in eats
to consume or wear away gradually
discovered that inflation had steadily nibbled their savings
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Recent Examples of nibbles
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Following their wedding luncheon, where 600 guests enjoyed nibbles and small dishes meant to be eaten standing up while in conversation, the couple moved on to their second, more private evening reception.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
In recent years, Amazon’s assumption of the Thursday Night Football package and exploratory nibbles from the likes of YouTube have poured billions of bonus bucks into the league’s coffers.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 May 2026
The only nibbles came from a handful of Division II or Division III programs.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Suites elevate the experience with more space, walk-in closets, upgraded bathrooms, and, for Neptune Suite guests, exclusive access to a private lounge, serving nibbles and drinks throughout the day.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Don’t nudge your side piece for inside nibbles.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
Most pests make little nibbles on plants, but groundhogs take big bites out of tomatoes, cabbage heads, and other crops.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
Even when food is scarce, if a deer nibbles on a citrus plant, the bitter flavor usually prompts them to move on without fully consuming it.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 14 Apr. 2026
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
Noun
And no matter the time of day or the season, make sure to sidle up to the lobby bar and sample cocktails that are inspired by the hotel’s botanical garden—made better with the trays of complimentary nibbles that get refilled any number of times.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Following their wedding luncheon, where 600 guests enjoyed nibbles and small dishes meant to be eaten standing up while in conversation, the couple moved on to their second, more private evening reception.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
In recent years, Amazon’s assumption of the Thursday Night Football package and exploratory nibbles from the likes of YouTube have poured billions of bonus bucks into the league’s coffers.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 May 2026
The only nibbles came from a handful of Division II or Division III programs.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Suites elevate the experience with more space, walk-in closets, upgraded bathrooms, and, for Neptune Suite guests, exclusive access to a private lounge, serving nibbles and drinks throughout the day.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Don’t nudge your side piece for inside nibbles.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
Most pests make little nibbles on plants, but groundhogs take big bites out of tomatoes, cabbage heads, and other crops.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
Even when food is scarce, if a deer nibbles on a citrus plant, the bitter flavor usually prompts them to move on without fully consuming it.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 14 Apr. 2026
Verb
Keeping gladiolus and other bulbs in bulb cages or a DIY cage made of chicken wire can add extra rodent protection and make sure nothing nibbles on your plants.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nibbles
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The practice began to specialize in a range of areas from car, truck, and motorcycle accidents to bicycles, slip and falls, and even dog bites.—
K.H. Koehler,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Copperhead bites can cause serious symptoms, including difficulty breathing.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Not going anywhere Mikey Anderson Anderson carries positive five-on-five play metrics across the board and chews important minutes for the Kings.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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For instance, many partners have small gripes or annoyances with habits that are annoying at worst, but far from an outright red flag — like a partner that chews somewhat loudly, leaves cabinet doors open or hums constantly while working.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
Verb
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McGinniss watches and lives and eats with the team, painting enchanting portraits of the team hierarchy at work over many-course meals.—
Leander Schaerlaeckens
June 8,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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The screwworm is actually a fly, which produces a larva that eats live flesh instead of dead material.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
Noun
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The possibility of a Chase and Taylor flirtation causing a rift with Miranda is briefly raised and just as swiftly quashed — through large mouthfuls of chips and salsa, Taylor assures Miranda at the sip-and-see that there is no there there.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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But now, the future of Lucille’s American Cafe, a Weston comfort-food institution serving up mouthfuls of nostalgia since 1999, is unclear.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Deborah pecks her before reluctantly giving in to more passionate smooches.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
Verb
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That erodes trust in the fairness of our elections and weakens confidence in our democracy.—
The Editorial Board,
Daily News,
29 May 2026
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In no uncertain terms, the absence of those issues is bewildering, erodes the entire report’s credibility, and demands an explanation.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Freight thieves do have other tastes.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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The lineups run the gamut of musical styles and tastes.—
Anne M. Peterson,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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“Nibbles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nibbles. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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