whichever

Example Sentences

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Last July, the university said it would automatically give raises to employees to among its lowest paid workers, bringing them to $25 per hour or a 5% wage increase — whichever was higher.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

That is why investors should focus less on whichever collectible is hottest this month and more on which companies can build durable ecosystems around consumer attachment.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

He stamps his feet, whirls his arms and screams at whichever referee is unlucky enough to be within earshot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

This could be compared to those who might follow a Formula 1 driver and so would focus on whichever team they were currently driving for.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

It looked as though whichever one was not Mrs. Frizel would end up Mrs. Tweedie.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes