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as in dunking
to sink or push (something) briefly into or as if into a liquid
first dip a paper towel in water she dipped a hand into her pocket and pulled out a piece of candy
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as in scooping
to lift out with something that holds liquid
carefully dipped water from the bucket to the kettle
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as in plunging
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
the temperature dipped a bit in the evening
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as in falling
to lead or extend downward
slow down, the road dips here
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as in peeking
to take a quick or hasty look
I dipped into the book, but I didn't have a chance to study it thoroughly
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Recent Examples of dipping
Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Quince Merino Wool Shawl Collar Long Coat The one staple to splurge on this season is a wool coat—one that pulls together an outfit yet will keep you warm as temperatures in places like Paris start seriously dipping.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
The new sauce—part of Taco Bell’s commitment to bringing more dipping options to customers, driven by consumer feedback—combines Frank’s RedHot with the fast-food chain’s signature Diablo heat plus Spicy Ranch.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
The Ultimate Trio option offers three appetizers and three dipping sauces from a 10-item selection of appetizers and 10 sauce options, giving customers 81,600 different possible combinations.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025
Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
Yesterday's -5° low temperature in Pittsburgh was the 7th day so far this winter season with temperatures dipping to 0° or below.
—Ron Smiley, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
For most Olympic national governing bodies (NGBs), revenue ebbs and flows in a familiar pattern, ramping up in the year of the Games, then dipping before starting to build again to a slightly higher apex.
—Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 10 Feb. 2026
New college registrations are dipping, with some citing affordability concerns, a souring entry-level job market, and fears artificial intelligence might make some junior and white-collar employment redundant.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Or will new sliding metrics, such as dipping theme park attendance due to decreasing numbers of international visitors — thought to be linked to Trump’s policies and anti-immigrant sentiment — urge D’Amaro to hold steady?
—Brent Lang, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026
But the charter hasn’t drawn the number of students Bold City Education expected, with enrollment in this school year dipping to just 168 students, according to material prepared for School Board members.
—Steve Patterson, Florida Times-Union, 2 Feb. 2026
The world of dips can be divided into those for dipping veggies and those for dipping chips.
—Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 1 Feb. 2026
Monday night is expected to be around 30, with temperatures dipping into the mid-20s during the race.
—Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Couples will receive one six-pack of Insomnia’s signature warm cookies, three dipping sauces — milk chocolate, white chocolate and caramel — and two bottles of milk.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Quince Merino Wool Shawl Collar Long Coat The one staple to splurge on this season is a wool coat—one that pulls together an outfit yet will keep you warm as temperatures in places like Paris start seriously dipping.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
The new sauce—part of Taco Bell’s commitment to bringing more dipping options to customers, driven by consumer feedback—combines Frank’s RedHot with the fast-food chain’s signature Diablo heat plus Spicy Ranch.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
The Ultimate Trio option offers three appetizers and three dipping sauces from a 10-item selection of appetizers and 10 sauce options, giving customers 81,600 different possible combinations.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
Pizza boxes were strewn about from the night before, and a few straggling musicians and associates were puttering around, dipping their feet in the infinity pool.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
Yesterday's -5° low temperature in Pittsburgh was the 7th day so far this winter season with temperatures dipping to 0° or below.
—Ron Smiley, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
For most Olympic national governing bodies (NGBs), revenue ebbs and flows in a familiar pattern, ramping up in the year of the Games, then dipping before starting to build again to a slightly higher apex.
—Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 10 Feb. 2026
New college registrations are dipping, with some citing affordability concerns, a souring entry-level job market, and fears artificial intelligence might make some junior and white-collar employment redundant.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Or will new sliding metrics, such as dipping theme park attendance due to decreasing numbers of international visitors — thought to be linked to Trump’s policies and anti-immigrant sentiment — urge D’Amaro to hold steady?
—Brent Lang, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026
But the charter hasn’t drawn the number of students Bold City Education expected, with enrollment in this school year dipping to just 168 students, according to material prepared for School Board members.
—Steve Patterson, Florida Times-Union, 2 Feb. 2026
The world of dips can be divided into those for dipping veggies and those for dipping chips.
—Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 1 Feb. 2026
Monday night is expected to be around 30, with temperatures dipping into the mid-20s during the race.
—Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dipping
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And he was not finished dunking.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
31 Jan. 2026
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The Hornets are a fun watch — on the break, hitting 3-pointers, dunking and competing.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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So where did this period-scooping myth come from?—
Ciara Lucas,
SELF,
28 Jan. 2026
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Two coolers were used for scooping ice under a shaded tent, while the other two sat in direct sun.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
27 Jan. 2026
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Trump’s approval rating from Gallup peaked at 47% last February before plunging to just 37% in the December 2025 survey that the company now says will be its last.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2026
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As the beverage brand brought some Parisian glamour to London, the MaXXXine actress bared an elegant plunging black bra and matching underwear set in a see-through black Jean Paul Gaultier creation.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
11 Feb. 2026
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Two months later, the appointment of another nominee, Keith Fountain, failed in a 5-4 decision of the Board of Directors, falling one short of the six votes necessary to confirm him.—
Joseph Flaherty,
Arkansas Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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Try to find a place that will block blowing or falling debris.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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In typical Toliver fashion, the record tells of his partying habits and luxurious lifestyle, but peeking through heavy layers of pop samples, dark synths and peppy trap drums, Toliver sheds light on his loving relationship (with fellow singer Kali Uchis) and a newfound sense of peace in his life.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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On the front row, A$AP Rocky’s braids had a few grays peeking through as well.—
Essence,
Essence,
30 Jan. 2026
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While the design here is emphatically traditional, a dose of modern whimsy comes through with a dangling, multi-floor chandelier loosely inspired by jellyfish.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
6 Feb. 2026
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Cernan, the junior pilot, was outside, dangling—actually spinning, tumbling, and flailing—at the end of a long umbilical cord, completely unable to control his movements.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
11 Nov. 2025
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But Carew’s main objective is to continue immersing himself ever deeper into his new craft.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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The new installment promises challenges across diverse locations, from navigating the Angolan desert in track vehicles to immersing in Malaysia’s automotive scene and testing American performance cars in California.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But your interest in separating eggs, stirring continuously, sifting or spooning or levelling flour—in short, your interest in baking—is a lie, although your interest in baked goods remains very much true.—
Talia Argondezzi,
New Yorker,
3 Feb. 2026
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Serve hot over mashed potatoes, spooning sauce over chicken.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
2 Feb. 2026
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“Dipping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dipping. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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