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nipping

/ˈnɪpɪŋ/

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verb

To catch and enclose or compress tightly between two surfaces, or points which are brought together or closed; to pinch; to close in upon.

Examples :

"The machine was nipping the edges of the paper together to seal the envelope. "

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verb

To remove by pinching, biting, or cutting with two meeting edges of anything; to clip.

Examples :

"The gardener was nipping off the dead flower heads with small scissors to help the plant grow. "

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verb

To blast, as by frost; to check the growth or vigor of; to destroy.

Examples :

"The unexpected frost was nipping the early spring blossoms, causing them to turn brown and wilt. "

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verb

To annoy, as by nipping.

Examples :

"The little brother was nipping at his older sister by repeatedly asking her questions while she was trying to study. "

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verb

Examples :

"The older brother was nipping at his younger sister, teasing her about her messy room until she cried. "

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verb

To squeeze or pinch.

Examples :

"The dog was nipping at my heels playfully. "

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verb

To steal; especially to cut a purse.

Examples :

"The pickpocket was nipping wallets from tourists in the crowded market. "

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verb

To make a quick, short journey or errand, usually a round trip.

Examples :

"Why don’t you nip down to the grocer’s for some milk?"

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noun

The act or sensation of giving a nip.

Examples :

"The puppy's playful nipping at my ankles was annoying, but I knew he was just trying to play. "

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