whistling
Example Sentences
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“Orange County” is my particular favorite track; it feels light and upbeat with some whistling throughout — yet lyrically explores grief while also giving this feeling of hope in the darkness.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026
“Investors have been whistling by the inflation graveyard and ignoring signals from the Treasury curve, as we’ve broken above 4.5% and on a trajectory to go even higher,” he added.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
"Losing and walking out whistling just isn't an option," he told Italian radio.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
At the same time, they create a high pitched sound by whistling inside the larynx.
From Science Daily • Feb. 25, 2026
But then Jiichan was coming into the room whistling in a sorry fashion—he could hardly whistle, and he couldn’t stay on tune at all!
From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata
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