as in drinking
to swallow in liquid form
slowly sipping the hot soup
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Recent Examples of sipping
Because the hotel sits right at the heart of La Jolla’s center of gravity, locals can always be counted on for brunch in The Mediterranean room on weekends or sipping cocktails at La Sala or The Whalers Bar on a Friday or Saturday night.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Traore mimics sipping tea out of a tea-cup after TDs in honor of his England roots.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Every summer, stylish crowds congregate along France’s southeastern shores, seduced by the glamorous promise of the French Riviera, spending their days sipping overpriced cocktails at the high-end resorts that line its sandy beaches as if plucked straight from a Slim Aarons photo.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Patrons sipping a beverage — wine will also be served — can see into the music engineering room on site, said David Herrera, who has teamed up with his wife Dana Herrera to bring this effort to life.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Sit near one of many open windows for views of a classic Balinese neighborhood while sipping vibrant cocktails (think Violet Aviation and Pala Gin Mojitos).
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026
At Sylvan Brewing, come for beers that are comfy (easy-sipping and lower-ABV, like Lanesbrew), crafty (more robust, like the Gnarly or Fiddlehead), or crazy (outside the norm, like the Sylvan Amaretto Stour).
—Robin Pfeifer, Midwest Living, 23 Apr. 2026
On Instagram, Kidman shared videos of her and Bullock sipping drinks out of mini cauldrons and walking the red carpet arm in arm.
—Katie Simons, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Robert could often be seen sipping a coffee and reading on one of the many benches in the square.
—Joe Brandt, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Traore mimics sipping tea out of a tea-cup after TDs in honor of his England roots.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Every summer, stylish crowds congregate along France’s southeastern shores, seduced by the glamorous promise of the French Riviera, spending their days sipping overpriced cocktails at the high-end resorts that line its sandy beaches as if plucked straight from a Slim Aarons photo.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Patrons sipping a beverage — wine will also be served — can see into the music engineering room on site, said David Herrera, who has teamed up with his wife Dana Herrera to bring this effort to life.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Sit near one of many open windows for views of a classic Balinese neighborhood while sipping vibrant cocktails (think Violet Aviation and Pala Gin Mojitos).
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026
At Sylvan Brewing, come for beers that are comfy (easy-sipping and lower-ABV, like Lanesbrew), crafty (more robust, like the Gnarly or Fiddlehead), or crazy (outside the norm, like the Sylvan Amaretto Stour).
—Robin Pfeifer, Midwest Living, 23 Apr. 2026
On Instagram, Kidman shared videos of her and Bullock sipping drinks out of mini cauldrons and walking the red carpet arm in arm.
—Katie Simons, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Robert could often be seen sipping a coffee and reading on one of the many benches in the square.
—Joe Brandt, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sipping
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As a whole, Gen Z is drinking less than previous generations.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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Other ways to keep your blood sugar in check include walking after meals, drinking more water, and practicing strength training.—
Cynthia Sass,
Health,
30 Apr. 2026
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This viral anti-slip slow feeder lick bowl helps prevent gulping and bloating, while keeping your dogs entertained for longer with a healthy, fun challenge.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Yes, gulping the liquid the night before was an ordeal — try drinking three liters of anything in three hours, going to sleep, then waking up six hours later for one final liter.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Sipping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sipping. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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