whiz

Example Sentences

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The first-generation college student is among a cohort of AI whiz kids who are dropping out of college—and getting their investors to pay their bills.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

As four astronauts whiz toward a flyby of the Moon, looking out for them are mission control experts using cutting-edge technology and lessons learned from the Apollo program 50 years ago.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

For the first coaching hire in more than a decade, the Seahawks were convinced that 36-year-old defensive whiz Mike Macdonald could return them to the top of the sport.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

Vincent was a first-generation Indian immigrant and dot-com whiz kid.

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026

Cecily had always been a whiz at languages; no doubt she could say “happy birthday” in at least four or five, although Penelope would have settled for one.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood