whistle for
Example Sentences
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No wonder Arteta joined his players on the pitch after the final whistle for a raucous celebration in front of the jubilant Arsenal fans.
From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026
Did they whet your whistle for the book?
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025
But the goal didn’t count because the referee blew the whistle for the offside without letting the play be completed.
From Seattle Times • May 8, 2024
To add further drama, South Korea boss Paulo Bento was sent off after the final whistle for confronting referee Anthony Taylor amid chaotic scenes that captured the stark contrast of Ghanaian joy and Korean heartache.
From BBC • Nov. 28, 2022
Harry heard Bagman’s whistle for the second time.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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