tips 1 of 5

plural of tip

tips

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noun (2)

plural of tip

tips

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noun (3)

plural of tip
1
as in tilts
the act of positioning or an instance of being positioned at an angle she didn't say anything but just acknowledged our presence with a tip of her head

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2
as in dumps
chiefly British a place where discarded materials (as trash) are dumped you simply cannot dispose of leftover petrol at the tip

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tips

4 of 5

noun (4)

plural of tip
as in ends
the last and usually sharp or tapering part of something long and narrow the tip of a knitting needle

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tips

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verb

present tense third-person singular of tip
as in slopes
to set or cause to be at an angle be careful because if you tip your cup any more, you'll spill your tea

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Recent Examples of tips
Noun
To ensure that peonies bloom to their full potential, here are peony expert recommendations for fertilizing peonies, as well as other tips to extend the blooming season of these gorgeous yet ephemeral flowers. Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 12 June 2026 Here are some tips from infectious-disease and public-health experts about what to worry about, what not to worry about, and how to best protect yourself. Alice Park, Time, 12 June 2026 To watch calluses form on the tips of my tiny fingers and to become a constant observer of the human condition. Cathy Applefeld Olson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 The versatile hue works across countless nail trends, including aura designs, French tips, jelly finishes, ombré gradients, and chrome overlays. Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 12 June 2026 Below are a few safety tips to follow when lighting fireworks. Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 12 June 2026 Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026 His website has tips for World Cup tourists and a list of matches with locations. Andrew Greif, NBC news, 12 June 2026 Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday. Vogue, 12 June 2026
Verb
The anonymous assistant effectively tips his hat to the Gophers’ run of results — consecutive 8-5 records in 2024 and ’25, with 5-4 marks in the Big Ten both seasons. Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 4 June 2026 Plumlee is now wearing San Antonio Spurs colors and in the NBA Finals, which tips off at Frost Bank Center on Wednesday night when San Antonio hosts the New York Knicks. Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026 Rebecca S’Manga Frank plays Corrina, an amiable new waitress at Wally’s who tips Kenneth off that there might be an opening at one of the banks, as well as a litany of other walk-on roles, including additional waitstaff at Wally’s and bank customers who test Kenneth’s composure. Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026 The panelists will go behind the scenes of premium true crime storytelling — exploring what make a series to must-watch television, what tips it into sensationalism, and why that distinction matters more than ever. Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 22 May 2026 The musical lovingly tips its hat to those beloved shows of the past. Courtney Cole, CBS News, 11 May 2026 League partners are banking on her return this season, which tips off Friday night. Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026 Here are the five women collecting the biggest checks when the season tips off. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 May 2026 Hales says that the majority of sleepers prefer a medium to medium-firm mattress, but your sleeping position is what tips the scale. Alora Bopray, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tips
Noun
  • Our editors independently choose our recommendations.
    USA TODAY Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
  • Below are a few starting points pulled from common scentscaping recommendations — none of which require synthetic products.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 9 June 2026
Noun
  • Wilson remained a significant earner, comfortably into five figures per week before bonuses.
    Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 10 June 2026
  • For each of the past two school years, for example, CMS has spent $750,000 year on bonuses for especially effective high school math teachers.
    Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Noun
  • While there are some drawbacks compared to traditional investments — such as its inability to earn dividends — there are several ways to add gold to your portfolio.
    Liz Knueven, CNBC, 8 June 2026
  • Kim’s backing of Russia’s war with Ukraine has paid dividends, his weapons program has cemented North Korea’s status as a de facto nuclear state, and an economy that buckled under the pressure of pandemic isolation and sanctions has since rebounded.
    Stella Kim, NBC news, 8 June 2026
Noun
  • In ’94 and ’95 with the Vikings, Moon had averaged seven tilts per season of at least 275 passing yards.
    Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 1 June 2026
  • One which changes profoundly with the tilts and turn of the planet, yet its essence holds true.
    Nick Scott, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
Noun
  • With the right source and process for amines, carbon-capture material could be entirely produced from the flood of plastics going into landfills.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 8 June 2026
  • On April 9, the EPA announced proposals to amend federal regulations focused on the disposal of coal ash in landfills and surface impoundments, according to the agency.
    Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 7 June 2026
Noun
  • The drone filmed from the north and south ends of the channel and shot an FWC boat travelling around the same speed that Pino’s Robalo was going on the day of the crash and the same path before avoiding the piling at the last second.
    David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
  • Many of those students pay full price, helping colleges make ends meet.
    Alan Gionet, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • Safer travel can be found on lower-angle terrain, generally slopes less than 30 degrees, particularly in areas sheltered from the wind.
    Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
  • One of my favorite choices is developing a dry creek bed that slopes away from a home's foundation.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Her advice for staying consistent is to attach movement to emotion.
    Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
  • And part of not having all of the answers plays right into the executive’s biggest advice to young professionals.
    Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 9 June 2026

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“Tips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tips. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.

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