dibs
Example Sentences
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In 2025, Netflix announced that it was moving the couple to a first-look deal, in which the streamer would have dibs on material from their production company, Archewell, but it could also live elsewhere.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
She may still go the other way, but at least she gets first dibs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
This season, the Storm is giving Horston first dibs at a starting spot in a retooled lineup that includes Nneka Ogwumike, Skylar Diggins-Smith, Ezi Magbegor and Loyd.
From Seattle Times ● May 6, 2024
For England, Bellingham has had first dibs as the number 10 this season.
From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2024
“I guess neither of us gets dibs on the spare room,” Frank said as he and Joe headed around the side of the house.
From "Trouble at the Arcade (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #1)" by Franklin W. Dixon
