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Definition

verb: to turn or move something so that it is not straight or level
verb: to raise and tilt forward in salute
verb: to hit or push (a moving ball or hockey puck) lightly so that it changes direction
verb: to give an extra amount of money to someone who performs a service for you
usually used with 'over'
synonyms: tilt, overturn, cant

Examples

How could he have known about the plan? Someone must have 'tipped' him 'the wink'.
The company wants to avoid 'tipping its hand' about its decision until next month.
Both candidates are qualified, but her experience 'tips the scales' in her favor.

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Movie quotes

(..) To be honest, I invited you as a bit of a buffer. With Andre's family, I'm the butt of the joke. With Andre gone this year, I thought I could tip the scales in my favour... by having a few friends around. That was wrong of me. See you Monday. I can't believe none of us noticed (..)
2013 TvShow: Community Title: Cooperative Escapism in Familial Relations Season: 4 Episode 5