Sentence examples for a nip from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a nip" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to a small amount of something, often in the context of alcohol or a quick bite of food.
Example: "After a long day, I like to enjoy a nip of whiskey to unwind."
Alternatives: "a sip" or "a taste".

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But this summer, not a nip.

They had a nip, and then another.

She might give you a nip".

They cluster and hang about, angling for a nip.

But even a poodle can give you a nip.

There's a nip in the air, I said.

But Haverstraw needs more than a nip and a tuck.

"C'mon, laddie," he said, "have a nip of this".

A week later, I poured a nip of each.

She laughs and takes a nip of well-earned Scotch.

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