100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "nibble at"

Definition

The verb nibble at means to take small bites or to eat something in a cautious or hesitant manner. It can also imply a slow or gradual approach to something, such as a problem or opportunity.

Synonyms

Bite
Munch
Snack
Gnaw
Chew
Peck
Sample
Taste
Pick at

Antonyms

Devour
Gulp
Ingest
Swallow
Feast
Gobble

Examples

The rabbit began to nibble at the fresh carrots in the garden.
She would often nibble at her lunch while working on her computer.
He loves to nibble at cheese while watching a movie.
The children nibbled at the cookies, saving some for later.
During the picnic, we decided to nibble at the assortment of snacks.
The bird came down to nibble at the seeds scattered on the ground.
I like to nibble at chocolate when I’m studying late at night.
The dog would nibble at the edges of his blanket.
She hesitated to nibble at the unfamiliar dish placed in front of her.
They would often nibble at leftovers instead of preparing a new meal.
The little girl nibbled at her sandwich, enjoying the sunny day.
He would nibble at the corner of his notepad when he was deep in thought.
The squirrel appeared to nibble at the acorns it had gathered.
As the meeting continued, she found herself nibbling at the snacks on the table.
I noticed my cat would nibble at the plants when she thought I wasn't looking.
It’s polite to nibble at your food during the formal dinner.
The chef recommended that we nibble at the appetizers before the main course.
She would nibble at the edges of her nails when anxious.
The deer cautiously nibbled at the grass in the meadow.
During the flight, I decided to nibble at the pretzels offered by the flight attendant.
He often nibbled at his pencil while pondering the solution to the problem.
They would nibble at their pastries while chatting over coffee.
The toddler learned to nibble at the fruit instead of biting into it.
I like to nibble at my popcorn during movie nights at home.
The goats would nibble at the bushes in the yard.
She would nibble at her ice cream cone until it was just a small nub left.
He found himself nibbling at the edges of his book instead of reading it.
The children were told to nibble at their vegetables if they wanted dessert.
I watched the mice nibble at the crumbs left on the floor.
He would often nibble at the corners of his notes during lectures.
The cat likes to nibble at the fish food before it's thrown into the tank.
She would nibble at the edges of her paper when she was bored.
They decided to nibble at some chips while waiting for the main course.
The rabbit would nibble at the hay in its cage.
I sometimes nibble at the ends of my sandwich when I'm not very hungry.
The children nibbled at their treats during the movie.
He would nibble at his thoughts before sharing them with the group.
The horse began to nibble at the fresh grass in the field.
She felt nervous and started to nibble at her lip.
They decided to nibble at the finger foods available at the event.
The mouse cautiously approached to nibble at the cheese.
I like to nibble at my breakfast while reading the news.
The puppy would nibble at my shoelaces playfully.
He tends to nibble at the edges of his report when he’s stressed.
The birds would nibble at the bread crumbs I tossed out for them.
She likes to nibble at her chocolate bar instead of eating it all at once.
The child would nibble at her fruit slices, taking her time.
He would nibble at the edges of his toast while listening to music.
The squirrel began to nibble at the nut it had found.
The guests were encouraged to nibble at the hors d'oeuvres before dinner.
I saw my dog nibble at the treat I had hidden in my pocket.
She would often nibble at the edges of her pastries at the café.
They decided to nibble at the appetizers while waiting for their meals.
The rabbit would nibble at the vegetables in the garden.
I tend to nibble at my food when I'm nervous about something.
The children were told to nibble at their snacks quietly.
The mice would nibble at the leftover pizza crust on the floor.
He started to nibble at his fingernails during the tense moment.
The birds gathered to nibble at the seeds I had placed outside.
She chose to nibble at the leftovers instead of cooking a new meal.
The puppy would nibble at the toys scattered around the house.
I like to nibble at the ends of my sandwiches when I’m not very hungry.
The rabbit cautiously approached to nibble at the lettuce.
He was too distracted to nibble at his food properly.
They would nibble at the snacks while watching the game.
The cat loved to nibble at the catnip I sprinkled on the floor.
She would nibble at the crust of her bread while deep in thought.
The children were encouraged to nibble at their veggies.
I often find myself nibbling at my chocolate stash during stressful days.
The deer nibbled at the grass, unaware of the approaching storm.
The kids were allowed to nibble at the treats before dinner.
He liked to nibble at the edges of his notebook while brainstorming.
The bird landed to nibble at the seeds I left out for them.
She would nibble at her ice cream while enjoying the summer evening.
The toddler learned to nibble at the soft fruits instead of biting into them.
The raccoon came out to nibble at the leftovers in the trash.
I often nibble at my snacks while watching TV.
The guests began to nibble at the appetizers as they mingled.
The horse would nibble at the hay in its trough.
He would nibble at his pen cap when he was distracted during class.
She decided to nibble at the cake instead of having a full slice.
The cats would nibble at the fish food on the counter.
He likes to nibble at his food while reading a book.
The children could nibble at their desserts after finishing their meals.
The rabbit would nibble at the leaves of the plant.
I watched as my dog began to nibble at the bone I gave him.
She would nibble at the edges of her paper when feeling anxious.
The mice skittered out to nibble at the crumbs left on the floor.
I tend to nibble at my snacks instead of eating them all at once.
The guests were encouraged to nibble at the cheese platter.
The child would nibble at her sandwich while listening to a story.
He found it hard to focus while he would nibble at his pencil.
The bird took a moment to nibble at the food in front of it.
She would nibble at the edges of her cake when she wasn’t feeling well.
The kids were allowed to nibble at snacks during the movie.
The rabbit began to nibble at the carrots I had laid out.
I like to nibble at my chips while watching the game.
The cat would nibble at the fish food whenever I fed it.
She would often nibble at her food while chatting with friends.
The horse was content to nibble at the grass in the pasture.