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whine

[hwahyn, wahyn] / ʰwaɪn, waɪn /




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People can whine all they want, but math doesn’t lie.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

“The Sheep Detectives” introduces this talent lightheartedly, with Lily suggesting they forget some minor unpleasantness, counting to three, and pausing as a high-pitched whine slices the air.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

Their opponents always whine about that, and Reaves even stayed on the court after Thursday’s final buzzer to vent to the referees about that, but just … don’t.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

While I’m sure that I’m not alone in feeling this way, I know that my family and friends are sick of hearing me whine about it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

I was having trouble sleeping, so I heard clearly the whine or whistle as it grew louder.

From "Lost Boy, Lost Girl" by John Bul Dau




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