whack

Example Sentences

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"As soon as the artist releases their date, the hotels whack up their prices," Georgia says.

From BBC

The latest market driver is his selection of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve boss, which has lifted the dollar, hit bond prices and whacked precious metals.

From MarketWatch

Anisimova, beaten in last year's Wimbledon and US Open finals, showed the first signs of frustration as she whacked the soles of her trainers with her racquet.

From Barron's

Her judgment is so heavy it’s like it whacks me over the head.

From Literature

At times, big atmospheric waves that form closer to the ground can travel upward and knock the polar vortex out of whack.

From Barron's