whet

Example Sentences

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The talk has ceased, but a successful acquisition of Greenland could whet his appetite anew.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

But the 37-year-old was ringside to watch Wardley's win against friend and training partner Parker - and that might have whet his appetite.

From BBC • Oct. 26, 2025

Such arguments will no doubt whet the appetites of law professors everywhere and may set up a clash that the Supreme Court will ultimately resolve.

From Salon • Jan. 11, 2025

The idea, Disney officials said, is to whet people’s appetites and encourage upgrades to the full bundle.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2024

I let him have a quick nibble of the cake just to whet his appetite.

From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl