nicking in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Definition
Nicking refers to making a small cut or incision in something or stealing something, often in a sneaky or petty manner.
Crossword clues for nicking
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "nicking".
- Stealing something in a sneaky way.
- Making a small cut or incision.
- Taking without permission, often discreetly.
- Creating a tiny cut on the surface.
- Pilfering in a subtle, crafty manner.
Nicking sentence examples
- Nicking the edge of the paper was an accident that made her artwork even more unique.
- The thief was caught nicking a wallet from the unsuspecting tourist's bag.
- He was warned about the dangers of nicking items from the local shop.
- After nicking his finger while chopping vegetables, he quickly bandaged it up.
- The mechanic noticed a nicking sound coming from the engine while it was running.