Sentence examples similar to a light nip from inspiring English sources
In captivity, larger sharks have been observed establishing their dominance over smaller individuals via light nips to the pectoral fins.
As your dog reduces pressure, respond by yipping to the lighter nips.
In response to Hoople's nipping, my dad told me to give him - the dog, not my old man - a light "whap" on the nose each time.
This year, as an aperitif, try experimenting by modifying your fizz: a nip of light, citrusy grain whisky (Bains Cape Mountain Whisky from South Africa is wonderfully vibrant, Girvan Single Grain or, if you fancy a celebrity endorsed tipple, Haig Club, courtesy of David Beckham) alongside a bitters-soaked sugar cube in your flute will certainly add another festive dimension.
Sometimes, a vintage garment just needs a nip here or a tuck there to fit perfectly.
I watched a small van nip through two consecutive lights some seconds after they turned red, leaving a view of the same yellow sticker disappearing into the distance.
"How could a stegosaurus nip up a ladder?" Dad replies: "He was a large stegosaurus but very light on his feet.
But even a poodle can give you a nip.
But Haverstraw needs more than a nip and a tuck.
A week later, I poured a nip of each.
