dip
verb (used with object)
to plunge (something, as a cloth or sponge) temporarily into a liquid, so as to moisten it, dye it, or cause it to take up some of the liquid.
dipped
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past participleof dip.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof dip.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
dipverb (used with object)to plunge (something, as a cloth or sponge) temporarily into a liquid, so as to moisten it, dye it, or cause it to take up some of the liquid.
Example Sentences
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While stock futures initially dipped overnight, major indexes have come roaring back since the opening bell.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2026
European aircraft manufacturer Airbus said Wednesday its third quarter revenues dipped as it finished fewer planes, but insisted it would still deliver a record number this year.
From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026
Facing different defenses than he saw while being the Lakers’ fourth offensive option, Hachimura’s efficiency has dipped.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2026
While they have struggled in attack, they have also only kept a single clean sheet all season as form, results and confidence have all dipped.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
His head dipped as he stared at his knuckles pressed against the desk.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
