Verb She sipped her coffee while she watched the sun rise. He sipped on the bottle of water. Noun there are a few sips left in the glass
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Verb
In the suite on the second level of Louis Armstrong Stadium, guests can lounge at the bar and sip on specialty cocktails created by famed mixologist Jim Meehan. Sonal Dutt, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2022 Lucky for us, though, the bar will also be open to the public, allowing Wynwood residents and visitors alike the opportunity to sip on some of Robitschek’s award-winning creations. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2022 Guests who are invited to enjoy these coveted viewing quarters will be offered a custom cocktail called the Courtside Spritz (a refreshing potion of Grey Goose, Champagne, and grapefruit liqueur) to sip on while following matches. Parker Bowie Larson, ELLE Decor, 1 Sep. 2022 While at the screening, attendees will also be able to sip on complementary drinks from the beverage sponsor Ghia and take home a custom film poster. Anna Tingley, Variety, 3 Aug. 2022 The suited chauffeur holding two coffees for the couple to sip while taking them on a wild goose chase around London. Alice Newbold, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2022 Much of Garcia’s menu will be designed to pair with wine, sprizes and low-ABV cocktails, which customers will be able to sip in front of windows that will open onto Fillmore in the style of a Parisian bistro. Elena Kadvany, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 Aug. 2022 For anyone who’s so constrained but still longing to sip a cocktail while soaking on a pool step or to cannonball in after a long day, these little dippers can appeal. Allison Duncan, WSJ, 29 July 2022 Trick-or-treating (or perhaps more exciting for adults, an excuse to sip on a boo-zy Halloween cocktail) is just around the corner, and frightful fun and perhaps some Halloween party games await. Marissa Gold, Country Living, 28 July 2022
Noun
With that the philosopher dismissed them and took a sip from his tall, thin glass of water. Ben Okri, The New Yorker, 12 Sep. 2022 Johnson’s friend, Kelli Singleton took a sip of the same cocktail. John-john Williams Iv, Baltimore Sun, 23 June 2022 The result is a sweet herbal and almond softness that lingers long after the last sip. Richard Carleton Hacker, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2022 The latest sip from the ongoing Don't Worry Darling tea party involves star Florence Pugh, who won't be attending the press conference at the Venice Film Festival, citing her shooting schedule for the Dune sequel. Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 4 Sep. 2022 Harry Styles has taken a sip or two of it, certainly. Anna Chan, Billboard, 30 Aug. 2022 For newcomers to the venue, the 60 Minute and 90 Minute IPAs are essential starters, while the Florida Peach Marmalade fruited sour packs a punch of vanilla and stone fruit that can turn ardent hop-haters into beer fans with a single sip. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2022 Video of the De Pere toddler, wearing a Packers cheerleader uniform and sunglasses and sweetly offering an imaginary sip to players on their way back to Lambeau Field after practice, has made Aria a viral sensation. Kendra Meinert, USA TODAY, 12 Aug. 2022 Lewis even handed him a sip of water to help calm a persistent cough Jones said was caused by a torn larynx. Jim Vertuno And Michael Tarm, Hartford Courant, 5 Aug. 2022 See More
Word History
Etymology
Verb
Middle English sippen; akin to Low German sippen to sip