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[hwif, wif] / ʰwɪf, wɪf /


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Wrobleski, who typically relies on pitching to contact, recorded an impressive 54% whiff rate on that pitch.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

“American Patriarch” is a tonic reminder that, from its very beginnings, our republic has exhaled a whiff of the miraculous.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Sure, the tech rally can go on for a bit longer, but the stocks are vulnerable to a steep drop at even a whiff of trouble.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

There is something in the air in Birmingham and it's not the faint whiff of overflowing wheelie bins.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

“Mildred's just got a whiff of dogs' droppings, Your Grandness!” someone called back to her.

From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl




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