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whatever

[wuht-ev-er, wot-, hwuht-, hwuht-, hwot-, wuht-] / wʌtˈɛv ər, wɒt-, ʰwət-, ʰwʌt-, ʰwɒt-, wət- /
PRONOUN
anything
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Trump and Sean “Diddy” Combs have been known acquaintances for years—or whatever it’s called when two rich and famous dudes in entertainment are often invited to the same charity events, galas, and afterparties.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

She adds, “Really, it’s whatever the story requires, which is such a new way of thinking about projects.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

If Congress imposes an across-the-board reduction, the haircut applies to whatever benefit you’re already drawing.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

But, whatever happens with the draw, I feel like the chemistry and balance of the group will be the important factor.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“I won’t be humiliated in front of a bunch of judges and whatever audience shows up to watch. It’s bad enough that everyone just thinks I’m dumb. I don’t need to prove them all right.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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