nipping

[US]/ˈnɪpɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈnɪpɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.sharp and biting, often referring to cold weather; cutting or sarcastic in tone

Phrases & Collocations

nipping cold

nipping breeze

nipping pain

nipping sensation

nipping criticism

nipping remark

nipping fear

nipping doubt

nipping anxiety

nipping chill

Example Sentences

the dog was nipping at my heels as i walked.

she felt a nipping chill in the air during the evening.

the child was nipping at the edges of the blanket.

he was nipping away at his homework all night.

the cold wind was nipping at her exposed skin.

she noticed a nipping sensation in her fingers.

the puppy kept nipping playfully at his owner's shoes.

he was nipping at the edges of his patience.

the frost was nipping at the garden plants.

she felt a nipping hunger after the long hike.

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