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as in shaved
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
I'm just going to nip these hedges, and then I'll be done with the work outside
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as in stole
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
that guy nipped my wallet from the restaurant table when I turned away
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as in raced
to proceed or move quickly
I'll just nip off to the corner store for some milk
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Recent Examples of nipped
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 22 Mar. 2025
But their muffled offense and less-than-optimal legs were no match Sunday for the Ducks, who nipped a two-game slump in the bud and moved seven points back of idle Calgary for the last available playoff spot in the West.
—Andrew Knoll, Orange County Register, 9 Mar. 2025
But Arlington intercepted a pass and junior wing Drew Beck nipped one right over the blocker of Farese.
—Erik Anderson, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
The bodycon, nipped waist silhouette is a go-to for Kardashian.
—Mikelle Street, WWD, 17 Feb. 2025
Knits were slouchy but perfectly contoured to a woman's body, jackets nipped at the waist and layered over A-line skirts and sporty trousers, fuzzy bag charms and belt charms unite, and tasteful pops of color highlight earthy tones.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
Schar nipped in and dispossessed him, allowing Anthony Gordon to double their lead.
—Oli Gamp, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
Knits are slouchy but perfectly constructed for a woman's body, jackets are nipped in at the waist and layered over A-line skirts and sporty trousers, bag charms and belt charms unite, and tasteful pops of color highlight earthy tones.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Her navy silk wool double-breasted coat was nipped at the waist and worn with bare legs and stiletto heels.
—Leah Dolan, CNN, 20 Jan. 2025
Verb
Where Hailey will opt for sumptuous faux furs and nipped in waists, Justin is most comfortable in big hoodies and bigger shorts.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 22 Mar. 2025
But their muffled offense and less-than-optimal legs were no match Sunday for the Ducks, who nipped a two-game slump in the bud and moved seven points back of idle Calgary for the last available playoff spot in the West.
—Andrew Knoll, Orange County Register, 9 Mar. 2025
But Arlington intercepted a pass and junior wing Drew Beck nipped one right over the blocker of Farese.
—Erik Anderson, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
The bodycon, nipped waist silhouette is a go-to for Kardashian.
—Mikelle Street, WWD, 17 Feb. 2025
Knits were slouchy but perfectly contoured to a woman's body, jackets nipped at the waist and layered over A-line skirts and sporty trousers, fuzzy bag charms and belt charms unite, and tasteful pops of color highlight earthy tones.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
Schar nipped in and dispossessed him, allowing Anthony Gordon to double their lead.
—Oli Gamp, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
Knits are slouchy but perfectly constructed for a woman's body, jackets are nipped in at the waist and layered over A-line skirts and sporty trousers, bag charms and belt charms unite, and tasteful pops of color highlight earthy tones.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Her navy silk wool double-breasted coat was nipped at the waist and worn with bare legs and stiletto heels.
—Leah Dolan, CNN, 20 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nipped
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In March, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that more than 80% of all USAID grants were being permanently cut.—
Violet Ikong,
Christian Science Monitor,
14 Apr. 2025
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Now cuts to federal funding threaten efforts to prevent more cases and outbreaks.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Apr. 2025
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During 9/11, people walked down the stairs in single file and held the door open for each other.—
Rascal Kemble-Curry,
New York Daily News,
22 Mar. 2025
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Ensign said the Department of Homeland Security is complying with the law during deportations, and people could file challenges individually in Texas, where they were held before being sent to El Salvador.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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The watches were swiped from Reeves’ Hollywood Hills home in December 2023, according to police.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
30 Dec. 2024
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Where there once were homes and gardens was now a wide furrow of dirt, as if a giant had swiped his foot across it.—
Eduardo Medina,
New York Times,
29 Dec. 2024
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The net simply gets clipped onto the detector as needed.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
30 Dec. 2024
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The car moved across multiple lanes, clipped another vehicle, struck the outer retention wall then careened back across all lanes of traffic.—
Hope Karnopp,
Journal Sentinel,
15 Dec. 2024
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Women clasped hands in ring dances.—
John Leland,
New York Times,
22 Dec. 2024
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Others clasped their hands in prayer.—
Abby Sewell,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Dec. 2024
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The victim told cops the suspect grabbed her from behind, put her in a bear hug, and grinded against her before escaping down the street.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2025
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The attacker then grabbed around $10 out of the victim’s pockets before fleeing on foot.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2025
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The stairs are lined with a cognac-colored carpet, trimmed in nautical rope.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
31 Dec. 2024
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Hand-Painted Patterns and Metal Detailing Fine china that is hand-painted, features metal detailing, or trimmed with metals like gold or silver is not dishwasher-safe.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Dec. 2024
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She woman lifted her bra and exposed her breasts on the webcam, before repeating it again towards the end of the interview to comply with his orders.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
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Raymond James analyst David Long also said Wells Fargo’s operating losses would likely narrow even further if the cap were to be lifted.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Nipped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nipped. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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