How to Use dip in a Sentence

dip

1 of 2 verb
  • The road dips over the hill.
  • The sun dipped below the horizon.
  • Use a ladle to dip some water out of the pot.
  • I saw his head dip below the surface of the water.
  • Go ahead and dip the tip of your fork in the sauce and taste it.
    — Scott McMurren, Anchorage Daily News, 14 May 2023
  • Enjoy a walk in the woods, or dip into the heated pool.
    — Kate Donnelly, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024
  • The item is served with two dipping sauces on the side: nacho cheese sauce and red sauce.
    — Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 8 Aug. 2023
  • It's dipped lower to $413 in the past, but this is a good deal regardless.
    — Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 1 Mar. 2024
  • The price has dipped as low as $300 back in November, but this is still a great deal.
    — Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 27 Mar. 2024
  • Evander dipped a shot toward Daniel in the 58th minute, but that was saved as well.
    — oregonlive, 17 June 2023
  • Savage’s set dips 1-7, as Swift moves back to the top, 2-1, on the latest tally.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 26 Jan. 2024
  • The group hasn’t really dipped into grunge, alt-rock, and punk.
    — Vulture, 5 Jan. 2024
  • Once baked, dip the cookies in creamy white chocolate to balance out the grapefruit zest in the dough.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Fury of the Gods star Meagan Good is dipping her toe into the vodka pool.
    — Julie Jordan, Peoplemag, 2 Nov. 2023
  • In March, grocery prices dipped for the first time since September 2020.
    — Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN, 12 Oct. 2023
  • Slice cleanly: For the cleanest slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe off between cuts.
    — John Somerall, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023
  • So far this year, the numbers have dipped 5.4 percent in San Diego County and 5 percent statewide.
    — Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2023
  • And serving more sauce for dipping on the side adds extra flavor.
    — America's Test Kitchen, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2023
  • Koenig writes that it can be served with warm challah or other breads for dipping.
    — Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Sep. 2023
  • And our meal was simple – a big salad and cheese fondue served with chunks of French bread for dipping.
    — Suzanne Havala Hobbs, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Drizzle it in eggs, add it to a sandwich, or use it as a dipping sauce for chicken wings — there are no rules.
    — Olivia Muenter, Peoplemag, 22 Nov. 2023
  • The foil dips below the water to create lift, so your board floats one to two feet above the surface, moving with the momentum of the waves.
    — Jen Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2023
  • Each bullet was dipped nose down into this lubricant, so that the two grease grooves were filled.
    — Outdoor Life, 23 Nov. 2023
  • Serve hot with potato chips for dipping or crumbled on top.
    — Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 31 Jan. 2024
  • But on Friday night, the temperatures should dip into the mid-60s.
    — Omar Rodríguez Ortiz, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2024
  • The palm is dipped in a nitrile coating to provide resistance to snags, cuts, and abrasions.
    — Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2024
  • The price on this screen often dips under $100; this is a few dollars lower than usual.
    — Nena Farrell, WIRED, 26 Nov. 2023
  • Overnight lows will still manage to dip into the 20s, so any of the snow and ice that melts will refreeze.
    — Steven Sosna, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
  • When temperatures dip, iguanas lose the ability to move their muscles.
    — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Working in batches, use tongs to dip kale into tempura batter.
    — C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 8 Feb. 2026

dip

2 of 2 noun
  • But the team has gone through dips before and emerged stronger.
    — USA TODAY, 7 Aug. 2023
  • The dip came as the pace of statewide job growth slowed but still notched an 18th straight month of gains.
    — Tony Quesada, San Antonio Express-News, 21 Apr. 2023
  • Spread it on toast, use it as a dip for fruit, or eat it straight out of the jar.
    — Good Housekeeping, 20 June 2023
  • As a bonus for the hostess this dip can be made up to two days ahead of time.
    — Angela Brassinga, Sunset Magazine, 16 Nov. 2023
  • In the warmer months, take a dip in the rooftop pool featuring panoramic views of the city.
    — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024
  • So your phone took a dip in a pool, puddle, or worse, the toilet?
    — Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 1 June 2023
  • Take a dip in the junior Olympic-size pool or soak in the separate spa.
    — Allie Beth Allman & Associates, Dallas News, 9 July 2023
  • Be sure to keep the dip warm in either a slow cooker or a chafing dish.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2023
  • Even after Monday's dip, the stock has surged 178% this year.
    — Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2024
  • Yes, like dip or gel, but nope, there’s no UV lamp involved.
    — Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 13 Nov. 2023
  • Add seasoning to your yogurt and stir it up to make a dip.
    — Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2024
  • The dip in offense doesn’t make the game any less compelling, according to Kendle.
    — Jasmine Cui, NBC News, 19 Nov. 2023
  • Serve platters with blue cheese dip or make a variety of wings to appease the crowd.
    — Samantha Lande, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2024
  • Menu highlights include any of the dips (served with fresh pita) and gyros.
    — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2023
  • Despite the thick weave, the towel was still very absorbent and dried us off quickly after a dip in the pool.
    — Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2023
  • The sauces are versatile, too, and come in handy for stir fries, grilling, salads, and vegetable dips.
    — Ann Trieger Kurland, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Apr. 2023
  • There are fewer crowds and nightly rates at hotels take a dip.
    — Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Of course, Austin’s attendance dip isn’t all due to climate change.
    — Chloe Berger, Fortune, 26 July 2023
  • Three adjectives that describe a good dip: warm, creamy and melty.
    — Matt Brooks, Washington Post, 6 Feb. 2024
  • Before their big dip, the rail cars are stripped for reusable parts and cleaned of all oils, grease, and solvents.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 19 June 2023
  • Our twist on the classic calls for green tomatoes, which adds a bright, almost citrusy note to this bold dip.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Derek Hough thought his friendship with Jennifer Lopez was over after a dip gone wrong!
    — Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 25 Oct. 2023
  • Two of her favorite ways to use yogurt are as salad dressings and dips.
    — Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2024
  • Chips and dip are fine, but get creative.
    — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
  • The result is a rich, smooth dip with a tinge of sweetness.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Overall foreign weekend dips by -45%.
    — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 8 Feb. 2026
  • The two whip up a lavish dip packed with cheese, greens and pickles, which add tang to cut through the indulgent creaminess.
    — Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Take it out of the oven and give the ingredients a final stir to combine the cheese and tomatoes into one creamy dip.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Sauces and dips remain key players as well.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Crispy crunchy chips in bowls, mountains of dip, from salsa to guacamole to buffalo chicken.
    — Mike Snider, AZCentral.com, 7 Feb. 2026

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