nibble

Example Sentences

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“We’re just nibbling around the edges about how we provide housing for low income people,” Juarez said, concluding the dramatic debate.

From Seattle Times

The mischievous rodent ended up nibbling through the plastic pipe just enough to create a silent leak that reacted to gravity.

From Seattle Times

“I was throwing things with conviction, wasn’t trying to nibble but didn’t make the adjustment, didn’t have timing, arm was in the wrong spot, didn’t adjust,” Kaprielian said.

From Washington Times

Her daughter, Makayla, who was then 9, nibbled on a bagel; Kevin Jr., her 7-year-old son, looked out the window at the succession of strip malls, body shops and liquor stores.

From New York Times

While these are elegant enough for a party hors d’oeuvre or nibble for a champagne brunch, I like the extra flair when there’s no special occasion other than sitting down to a family meal.

From Washington Post