as in sips
to swallow in liquid form
supped the broth slowly
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sups
Noun
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The three-tier lamp also has enough room to hold small essentials, like drinks, books, and small plants.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025 -
Whether it’s shaken, stirred, dirty, or dry, the martini remains one of the world’s most iconic and timeless drinks.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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This is a deciduous vine that prefers a shady exposure, sips water, and will happily clamber up the branches of a native oak or any other tree.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
25 Oct. 2025
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Since dessert wines can be sweeter, this size is perfect for small sips.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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What's more, while virtually all VTOLs being developed these days are electric, the Janus-1 is powered by a turboshaft engine that gulps n' burns diesel, kerosene or Jet A fuel.—
Ben Coxworth
October 21,
New Atlas,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Sups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sups. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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