whacking

Example Sentences

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After whacking the ball into the stands in frustration, Parry regained her composure to eventually see out the straight-set victory after two hours and 26 minutes.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Two big loans that were made during the postpandemic boom in private-equity buyouts are defaulting, whacking some private-credit funds and ratcheting up losses in the already troubled corner of Wall Street.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Markets are treading water due to other concerns too—notably private credit and ongoing fears about artificial intelligence whacking software and services companies.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

It’s as though “Superman” isn’t sure how to be earnest without whacking us over the head with it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2025

I already managed to get Bryce and Aurora out the door on time, even though Bryce kept whacking things with his lightsaber every time I turned my back.

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden