snip
verb (used with object)
to cut with a small, quick stroke, or a succession of such strokes, with scissors or the like.
is snipping
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present progressiveof snip (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Whereas Pairwise is snipping out the gene sequences that produce an enzyme that interferes with flavor, Sound Agriculture is programming gene expression.
From Scientific American ● May 10, 2023
Kamalam John's occupation is snipping away excess threads from hemmed garments, putting in drawstrings, and other piece work for the garment industry.
From Salon ● Aug. 8, 2020
