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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
Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
However, a deep freeze, thanks to the polar vortex dipping down from Siberia, is about to bring even harsher, frigid temperatures to nearly 300 million Americans.
—Nikki Nolan, CBS News, 16 Jan. 2025
Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
Arenado's offensive production has taken a dip in recent years, including a .719 OPS with 16 home runs and 71 RBI through 635 plate appearances this past season.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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Low temperatures are forecast to dip to 20 below zero or even lower.
—Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
However, a deep freeze, thanks to the polar vortex dipping down from Siberia, is about to bring even harsher, frigid temperatures to nearly 300 million Americans.
—Nikki Nolan, CBS News, 16 Jan. 2025
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Redick, who worked for ESPN as an NBA analyst from 2021 until he was hired by the Lakers in June, was asked about the dip in ratings while addressing reporters ahead of L.A.’s game against the Sacramento Kings on Dec. 19.
—Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
Arenado's offensive production has taken a dip in recent years, including a .719 OPS with 16 home runs and 71 RBI through 635 plate appearances this past season.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dip
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Michigan’s Vladislav Goldin dunks in the first half.Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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Case in point: Edwards has dunked just 14 times in 34 games this season after throwing it down nearly once per contest last year.Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Axios scooped his plans for a Senate bash last night.Axios, Axios, 9 Jan. 2025
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Want scoop on Skeleton Crew, or for any other TV show?Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 7 Jan. 2025
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The impact has been devastating: multi-million-dollar homes reduced to rubble, widespread power outages plunging neighborhoods into darkness, thousands of residents displaced, and even major theme parks forced to temporarily close their gates.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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When his boss’ daughter goes missing, Levon’s mission to find her plunges him into a world of corruption.Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Jan. 2025
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Trees or limbs that fall onto a shoulder, sidewalk or public right-of-way should be reported by calling 311 or using the CLT+ mobile app.Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
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That type of MicroLED technology is very, very expensive, and this concept will hopefully result in a TV that falls well below the $220,000 asking price The Wall's 4K options start at.Will Greenwald, PCMAG, 10 Jan. 2025
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One pink man appears to be stuck between two buildings, while another is peeking into a large window.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Jan. 2025
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For New York City viewers, the moon and Jupiter will peek up into view around 5:06 p.m EST (2206 GMT), appearing 34 degrees above the eastern horizon.Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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Actor Nick Pupo plays Yarrow in A Complete Unknown. Peter, Paul and Mary were immersed in the volatile politics of the 1960s.Newsweek, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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In another photo, the trio of ladies were immersed in conversation, as was Chalamet, and all four stars were smiling.Julia Moore, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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And take note, the dressing is also delicious spooned over roast chicken.Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 13 Jan. 2025
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The episode ends with all of them spooning in bed together.E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
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Part of the reason for this appears to be the expectation that mortgage rates may decline in future and the associated uncertainty for long-term rates.Simon Moore, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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However, the state’s herd sizes had been declining for years; the dairy biodigester boom may have just helped stave off further decline.Kenny Torrella, Vox, 13 Jan. 2025
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“Dip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dip. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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