whack

Example Sentences

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A bright sky is a signal that it’s daytime, so getting that signal at night throws all of that out of whack.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

That could be one more whack than the piñata can handle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

That would whack stocks, as nonprofessional investors have reliably bought every dip because they have been conditioned to believe stocks always rise.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

It was a perfectly paced innings, showing his wish for batters not to be "too careful" does not simply mean whack boundaries from every ball.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

The beaver exploded in the water, slapping its tail with a loud whack before disappearing.

From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen