whimper

Example Sentences

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In Mr. Loznitsa’s vision, the waiting room is one place ideals go to die, or at least whimper.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

A head-spinning session ended with more of a whimper than a bang on Tuesday.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

The predominant sentiment at tops is exhaustion, which is why bull markets typically end in a whimper rather than a bang.

From Barron's • Nov. 27, 2025

A dispiriting choke in the first game being followed by a credible draw in the second to keep hopes alive, only to then go out with a whimper in the final group match.

From BBC • Nov. 18, 2025

“Crunchings and munchings now, mighty prince?” asked Gurgi in a high, tiny whimper.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander