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

“He often leaves a voicemail on my cellphone whistling happy birthday,” Powell said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

He found the green of the par-five 13th in two, but sent the eagle opportunity whistling past the hole and was forced to settle for a par with a three-putt.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

But just then a rivet came whistling through the air.

From "I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919" by Lauren Tarshis