whip
Example Sentences
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"I'm doing this to pray for the healing of my seven-month-old baby, who is suffering from pneumonia," John David, clutching a whip in one hand, told AFP at the beginning of the procession.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
Murray said: "I can confirm Councillor Dean has had the whip suspended because of unacceptable comments made on an anonymous account which was not disclosed during vetting."
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
It depends largely on the whims of traders who whip money in and out of the fund.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
However, let me whip out my beige trench coat and magnifying glass as I tell you: My investigation did uncover some interesting questions about the origins of this salmon.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026
Kids whip around in fast circles high into the air and back down again.
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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