tip

Example Sentences

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"I have been struggling with my tip for the whole tournament. Somehow I have had a good run and Neil struggled a bit and that was the difference."

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The twist is the headline-generator, sure, but it’s just the tip of the iceberg.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Starbucks said the two moves should increase baristas’ compensation by an estimated 5% to 8% on top of their current pay, though that depends partly on how much customers choose to tip.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

“A View From the Bridge,” a play whose revenge plot hinges on a tip to immigration authorities, could hardly be more timely.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Somehow he had me by the tip of the tail, holding me up.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck