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whispering

[hwis-per-ing, wis-] / ˈʰwɪs pər ɪŋ, ˈwɪs- /


NOUN
soft speaking
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Allies have started whispering to reporters that if Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves or, by extension, Mr. Starmer himself is ousted, bond investors will take it poorly.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

“That’s all him,” he said, indicating Gosling, which prompted Mendes to grab her beau’s face and start whispering into his ear.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

I could practically hear my female ancestors whispering, Just go chop the onions.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

During an investigation by the school, the teacher twice denied in interviews that she had helped students, but later admitted whispering prompts.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

I hear Henry and Abram whispering one night when they think I am asleep.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone