whip
Example Sentences
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"I'm doing this to pray for the healing of my seven-month-old baby, who is suffering from pneumonia," John David, clutching a whip in one hand, told AFP at the beginning of the procession.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
And that shared experience is what drives Sunga as she continues to whip up a frenzy with Cake Picnic.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
Cartoons and toys have long been used by governments to rally their people and whip up fear against enemies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
However, let me whip out my beige trench coat and magnifying glass as I tell you: My investigation did uncover some interesting questions about the origins of this salmon.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026
The willow’s unharmed branches snaked toward Sigurd, keeping a distance from him but ready to whip at him if needed.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
