as in to sip
to swallow in liquid form
supped the broth slowly
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sup
Noun
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With real ingredients and vibrant blends, your signature sip is just one pour away.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 June 2025 -
What is the computer going to do on Crete, sip cocktails?—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
13 June 2025
Verb
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Sure, standing around drinking beer and grilling is fun.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
21 June 2025
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Police allege the suspect got a haircut at 11:30 a.m. on the day of his son’s death, then drank beer and took shots from noon until 2:40 p.m. while the infant baked outside in the parking lot.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2025
Verb
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Read More: When to Go to the Emergency Room vs. Urgent Care Keeping your head above water can help reduce the likelihood of gulping down germs.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
23 May 2025
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Astronomers have captured the clearest view to date of a massive young star gulping down swirling gas, offering a rare glimpse into how these cosmic titans grow to their enormous sizes.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
16 May 2025
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“Sup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sup. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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