sip

Example Sentences

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Some book clubs sip stoic glasses of water, like they’re in a graduate school seminar, waiting for me to begin.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

A street away, at "Chacho's" cafe, customers in sunglasses sip lattes and matcha tea.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Odor compounds are released as we chew or sip, traveling from the mouth to the nose though the nasal pharynx at the back of throat.

From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026

Start with what asks the least of you: a spoonful, a sip, a slice, a bite.

From Salon • Jan. 29, 2026

“You are a person who likes to know things, and I have no doubt you won't stop until you've answered all the questions,” he said, then took a long sip of tea.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton