as in bite
a small piece or quantity of food
I don't want a whole dessert, so can I just have a nibble of yours?
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as in to chew
to crush or grind with the teeth
nibbling crackers
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as in to eat
to consume or wear away gradually
discovered that inflation had steadily nibbled their savings
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Recent Examples of nibble
Hanna Ziady, CNN, 14 Aug. 2024
Sit down for an aperitivo—perhaps a Negroni or spritz accompanied by delicious canapes and nibbles—at San Carlo.
—The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 7 Oct. 2024
Daniel Desrochers, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2025
Lots and lots of hay Like cows, rabbits are foragers that are hardwired to graze constantly, nibbling on fibers and hay one stalk at a time, Valand said.
—Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The mega-deal will create a global snacks behemoth, adding a bevy of new nibbles to Mars’ portfolio of brands, which includes Snickers, M&M’s, and the Mars bar.
—Hanna Ziady, CNN, 14 Aug. 2024
Sit down for an aperitivo—perhaps a Negroni or spritz accompanied by delicious canapes and nibbles—at San Carlo.
—The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 7 Oct. 2024
Verb
Raccoons nibbled through the plastic of Peterson’s irrigation system, searching for water and taking it from his crop.
—Daniel Desrochers, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2025
Lots and lots of hay Like cows, rabbits are foragers that are hardwired to graze constantly, nibbling on fibers and hay one stalk at a time, Valand said.
—Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nibble
Noun
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The upstairs seating area is more casual, a spot to have a bite and a drink or perhaps enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine before your table is ready, with balcony seating that overlooks busy Las Olas Boulevard.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
7 Feb. 2025
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Celery With Peanut Butter Take a bite of crunchy, crisp healthy celery topped with smooth, creamy peanut butter for a satisfying snack.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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When snacking, eating four pieces will tide you over until your next meal.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
6 Feb. 2025
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William loved snacking on popcorn and collecting small cars and trucks.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Instead, try trading the article for a toy to show them what is more appropriate to chew.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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Even Bell, an often great comedian, gets little to chew on and less to goof around about.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Eating it: Some folks spoon directly into their mouths.—
Ann Maloney,
NOLA.com,
19 July 2017
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New this year to True Nature is a retreat for those with eating disorders and their family members.—
Plain Dealer guest writer,
cleveland.com,
19 July 2017
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If a single picture is worth a thousand words, this data visualization tool will save you a mouthful during your next presentation.—
StackCommerce Team (Sponsored),
PCMAG,
2 Feb. 2025
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And this particular mouthful may have been really foul.—
James Doubek,
NPR,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The face-recognition camera and a fingerprint reader on the bottom row of the keyboard give you two ways, with Windows Hello, to skip pecking in passwords.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
17 Jan. 2025
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Come back in for hot coffee and an omelet at Ladd’s tavern, because the eggs are fresh from the chickens pecking around outside on the property’s working farm.—
Jennifer Leigh Parker,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Some industry leaders likewise wonder whether the Swiss Made label has begun to erode the very trust it was intended to secure, but few if any brands are actively clarifying their practices in marketing materials.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
17 Feb. 2025
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Any government efforts to erode this fundamental freedom deserve condemnation.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Regardless of your particular tastes in Cochran covers, MacMahon hopes a deeper message comes through the film about dedication and perseverance.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
17 Feb. 2025
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This may have been the best one yet, giving Davis a taste of his own medicine.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Nibble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nibble. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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