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as in to dunk
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 to scoop
to lift out with something that holds liquid
carefully dipped water from the bucket to the kettle
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as in to plunge
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
the temperature dipped a bit in the evening
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as in to fall
to lead or extend downward
slow down, the road dips here
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as in to peek
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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as in downhill
a downward slope
marathoners have one last dip before the race course levels off and the finish line comes into view
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as in drop
the act or process of going to a lower level or altitude
the city's population has taken a slight dip since the last census
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as in idiot
a stupid person
how did that dip get through medical school?
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Recent Examples of dip
John Towfighi, David Goldman and Matt Egan, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
The rate started at 3.66% in April 2015, dipped to 3.31% in April 2020, and rose to 6.64% by April 2025, indicating a general upward trend over the decade.
—Kale Williams, Axios, 8 Apr. 2025
Elise Taylor, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
As the stock market saw record dips and created worldwide panic in recent days, Trump spent about 18 total hours on his golf courses, The Washington Post reports.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Verb
At its lowest point of the day, the S&P 500 briefly dipped into bear market territory (down 20% from its record high in February) before pulling back and closing down 18.9% from that peak.
—John Towfighi, David Goldman and Matt Egan, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
The rate started at 3.66% in April 2015, dipped to 3.31% in April 2020, and rose to 6.64% by April 2025, indicating a general upward trend over the decade.
—Kale Williams, Axios, 8 Apr. 2025
Noun
White House Tavern Grab an outdoor table at White House Tavern, a former miner’s cottage turned eatery, order the French dip sandwich, and people-watch as fellow visitors mill about town.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
As the stock market saw record dips and created worldwide panic in recent days, Trump spent about 18 total hours on his golf courses, The Washington Post reports.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dip
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But nestled next to those options include creative entrees like clams dunked in a complex birria broth, salmon made with poblano pasta and fresh seafood options, like a tuna and hamachi crudito and raw oysters featuring a passion fruit mignonette.—
Zachery Eanes,
Axios,
24 Mar. 2025
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The sense of wonder is central to all acrobatic dunking in itself.—
Patrick Sauer,
Oc Register,
24 Mar. 2025
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Prepared to carry her to the next town, Spencer scoops her up in his arms.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Four 15-minute time periods will be available from 2 to 3:15 p.m. Sunday, April 13, for children ages 1 to 12 to scoop for eggs in the indoor pool at the Rakow Center, 665 Barrington Ave., Carpentersville.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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Her investigation plunges her into the heart of a life-changing event, providing her with a front-row seat to the chaos and intrigue of a bloody political firestorm.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
4 Apr. 2025
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Over half of the uber-wealthy on Bloomberg’s index saw their fortunes plunge an average of 3.3 percent, with American billionaires really taking it on the chin.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
4 Apr. 2025
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However, that fight fell apart in early March, when a hand injury forced Whyte from the card.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield fell as low as 4% as investors turned to bonds in their search for safety.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
4 Apr. 2025
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Afterward, peek through the windows into Kahan Art Space, a small art gallery down the block that closes at 6, or read a few more chapters on a bench at the charmingly rundown neighborhood park, Klauzal Square.—
Evan Rail,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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The Only Murders in the Building actress paired a sheer chocolate top (with her Victoria's Secret bra peeking through!) with denim jeans.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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Stepping inside the small six-suite residence in the city’s trendy Kolonaki neighborhood, you’re immediately immersed in the creative renaissance of modern Athens.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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True to his word, Sharpe has immersed himself in the craft, mastering everything from tasting notes to the intricate distillation processes in Cognac, France.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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This Garlic-Thyme Sauce would also be incredible spooned on top of slices of filet.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Apr. 2025
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Related Articles 3 Bay Area chefs’ new cookbooks are coming this spring Put the bread on a platter and spoon the pan juices generously atop.—
Kate Bradshaw,
The Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2025
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Lone Jack Police Chief Tim Cosner, who took the helm after the 2021 crash, declined to be interviewed about why the department’s policy changed.—
Bill Lukitsch,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2025
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But declining attendances now sees that held in February each year.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Dip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dip. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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