DIPPING Synonyms: 177 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in sinking

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verb

present participle of dip

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

Adjective

Available in 5-piece, 8-piece, 15-piece and 30-piece order sizes, the nuggets come in mini-buckets along with Jollibee’s signature gravy or one of five dipping sauces. — Mike Snider, USA Today, 5 July 2026 Most locations feature a selection of about 15 ice cream flavors stored in a dipping cabinet, including classics and seasonal options like banana pudding, cookies and cream, key lime pie and red velvet. — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026 However, Chin-Hong urged Californians not to become complacent about the disease, as immunization rates have been gradually dipping. — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2026 Her team also makes marinara sauce and homemade ranch as dipping options. — Elliott Harrell, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2026 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 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

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Learn how to measure flour the Test Kitchen way, and remember that dipping the measuring cup in the flour and scooping it out generally results in a 25-gram surplus of flour. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026 As the moon and Saturn harmonize, dipping into reserves won’t break the bank. — Usa Today, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026 Temperatures are expected to peak in the lower 90s on Saturday and Sunday, but there is no heat advisory in place because temperatures will be dipping into the 50s overnight, said NWS meteorologist Mark Deutschendorf. — Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 7 Aug. 2026 But air quality is already dipping in places in the foothills and higher up in the Sierra due to smoke from the Gann Fire. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Stocks are dipping on Thursday, led to the downside by the Dow Jones Industrial Average . — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026 The album’s mood is evocative of a hot summer’s day; the combination of live-wire drum breaks and breezy keys suggests the feeling of dipping your toes in the ocean when the temperature outside is pushing 90. — Rae-Aila Crumble, Pitchfork, 3 Aug. 2026 That could signal Korean investors are dipping their toes back in the water, following a brutal selloff last month that prompted authorities to rein in the massive leverage that fueled wild swings earlier. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026 Out of all the major brands, Xiaomi performed particularly poorly, with revenue dipping 17% year-on-year in Q2 2026, despite average selling price increasing 13% year-on-year. — Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 1 Aug. 2026

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Kelly wore a bright orange Roland Mouret midi dress, paired with light brown stiletto heels and matching jewelry, including multiple rings and small dangling earrings.

— Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026
The three cats quickly get distracted, though, by the dangling, bright lightbulb and string hanging above them.

— Jordan Moreau, Variety, 11 June 2026

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Learn how to measure flour the Test Kitchen way, and remember that dipping the measuring cup in the flour and scooping it out generally results in a 25-gram surplus of flour.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026
Next, DeVito made a bad decision over the middle on a prolonged play that ended with a scooping grab by backup safety John Saunders Jr.

— Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Aug. 2026

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The Iran war has put DP World on the back foot at home, with activity at Jebel Ali port in Dubai plunging some 90% after the Strait of Hormuz closed, the Financial Times reported.

— Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 10 Aug. 2026
The continent has suffered through four brutal heat waves since May, with temperatures smashing several national records and plunging the region further into drought.

— Denise Chow, NBC news, 10 Aug. 2026

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In southwest suburban Bridgeview, Southfield Drive off Harlem Avenue was so inundated that the only sign that a street was under the water was a fire hydrant peeking out.

— Albert Ramon, CBS News, 9 Aug. 2026
Senior shopping editor Nashia Baker is drawn to curtains that leave a bit of light peeking through, and these European linen drapes do just the trick.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of peeking

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Heinz began composing only after immersing herself in raw footage and long conversations with Bilal about his years in Sehwan.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Aug. 2026
By immersing oneself in a niche, studying local details, and building relationships, investors can effectively navigate market cycles and secure lasting success, maintaining a strong competitive edge.

— James Nelson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of immersing

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Carefully turn and cook, spooning butter over, until second side is golden brown and fish is cooked through, about 3 minutes.

— Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2026
The fun part of this recipe is poking holes in the cake and then spooning in the blueberry and strawberry fillings alternately to create the red, white, and blue effect.

— Brennan Long, Southern Living, 3 July 2026