whammy

Example Sentences

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The double whammy of higher tariffs and soaring oil prices, however, warrants greater vigilance by the Fed, according to Waller.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Enter the ultimate double whammy: playgrounds near coffee shops.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

That could mean a double whammy for children’s birthday parties.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

They scored twice in four minutes, a double whammy that put them in front.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Doug got the triple whammy: glasses, braces, pimples.

From "Eleven" by Tom Rogers