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chipping

British  
/ ˈtʃɪpɪŋ /

noun

  1. another name for chip

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Example Sentences

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The fossil jaws showed extensive chipping, scratching, cracking, and polishing, all signs of a strong biting force.

From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026

Then the new guy, Ryan Ward, made the final out in his big league debut, robbed of a hit and a chance to keep chipping away by a diving Troy Johnston in right field.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

Dimon also has reason to worry about rivals chipping away at JPMorgan’s business.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

You also need to superproof your financial future before chipping away at funds that are, I hope, continuing to make money for you.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

When she had finished the carving of the puppies, she found a stone by the river and began chipping it into an owl.

From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George

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