as in recommendations
a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert
got some tips from a horticulturist on how to get my violets to bloom
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as in bonuses
a small sum of money given for a service over and above what is due
gave our waiter an extra large tip for such fantastic service
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as in dividends
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
a customer who always gives his paper carrier a very generous tip at Christmastime
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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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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
Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Here are a few tips and tricks for home-gardening caregivers to consider.
—Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 20 May 2026
Art forgers don’t necessarily give away all their tips.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026
Sign up to The Selection newsletter for hands-on product reviews, expert shopping tips and a look at the best deals and sales each week.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 20 May 2026
When the cops shrug off her tips, Paula must scrutinize the evidence to save not just her reputation, but her relationship with the child who means everything to her.
—Judy Berman, Time, 20 May 2026
Anonymous tips can be offered through Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
These tips will also protect against other mosquito-borne viruses, like dengue, chikungunya, and Zika, for which DSHS has noted a global rise in cases.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
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
The motorcycle tips the scales at just under 247 lb (112 kg), of which 64 pounds (29 kg) is from the battery alone.
—New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026
The Magic will get two days to rest before Game 2 at Detroit, which tips off Wednesday night on ESPN.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2026
An hour goes by, and then, through a slit in the curtains, Miley Cyrus flashes a smile and tips her oversize black sunglasses.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Tuesday’s matchup with the Miami Heat tips off a season-long seven-game home stand for the Hornets.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
This definition extends from salaries and wages to income from tips and bonuses, all the way to income received from competing on a game show.
—Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Here are a few tips and tricks for home-gardening caregivers to consider.
—Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 20 May 2026
Art forgers don’t necessarily give away all their tips.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026
Sign up to The Selection newsletter for hands-on product reviews, expert shopping tips and a look at the best deals and sales each week.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 20 May 2026
When the cops shrug off her tips, Paula must scrutinize the evidence to save not just her reputation, but her relationship with the child who means everything to her.
—Judy Berman, Time, 20 May 2026
Anonymous tips can be offered through Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
These tips will also protect against other mosquito-borne viruses, like dengue, chikungunya, and Zika, for which DSHS has noted a global rise in cases.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Verb
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
The motorcycle tips the scales at just under 247 lb (112 kg), of which 64 pounds (29 kg) is from the battery alone.
—New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026
The Magic will get two days to rest before Game 2 at Detroit, which tips off Wednesday night on ESPN.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2026
An hour goes by, and then, through a slit in the curtains, Miley Cyrus flashes a smile and tips her oversize black sunglasses.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Tuesday’s matchup with the Miami Heat tips off a season-long seven-game home stand for the Hornets.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tips
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From the concierge who nimbly assisted me with dining and fitness class reservations to the kind dining staff, the friendly Miami team made sure I was always taken care of and was incredibly helpful at offering local recommendations and insight.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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Following the recommendations from the NWS helps bolster your safety during air quality alerts, minimizing your exposure to potentially harmful pollutants.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
19 May 2026
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Meanwhile, Raúl Castro also instituted more market-minded reforms, such as offering workers in munitions factories bonuses for high output.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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Key person retention bonuses give your most critical people a financial reason to stay, structured to vest at twelve and twenty-four months after close.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Investors should focus on shares in companies with strong balance sheets that pay dividends, and maintain a balance of investment styles, said Angelo Kourkafas, senior global investment strategist at Edward Jones.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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If Rodgers and the Steelers are going to raise their ceiling in Year 2, several offseason moves need to pay dividends.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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One which changes profoundly with the tilts and turn of the planet, yet its essence holds true.—
Nick Scott,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
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True, the Avs have been stuck in second gear over the first three tilts of this series, and there probably won’t be a fifth game.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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Carter was electric at both ends of the floor, leading the Aces with 27 points, shooting 13-for-16 from the field and adding eight rebounds, four assists and two steals.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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That has prompted more farms to embrace multiple business models to make ends meet.—
William Deffaa,
Baltimore Sun,
14 May 2026
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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
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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
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Check the product label for any special instructions or contact a waste disposal facility for advice.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
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Uthmeier’s rebuke of the NFL goes beyond the Rooney Rule and into other NFL initiatives, including the league’s coach and front office accelerator program that provides advice and strategies on pursuing front office jobs.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
19 May 2026
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As previously noted, one of the gifts of Russian greats that Saunders most celebrates is their way of locating complex truths in the stuff of ordinary lives—their towns and farms, and their families, their servants; their animals.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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The talented Oklahoma City Thunder point guard, who is the 18th player to win at least two MVP awards and the 14th to win them in back-to-back, presented his entire team with gifts before accepting the Michael Jordan Trophy from NBA commissioner Adam Silver.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
20 May 2026
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“Tips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tips. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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