whip

Example Sentences

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"I'm doing this to pray for the healing of my seven-month-old baby, who is suffering from pneumonia," John David, clutching a whip in one hand, told AFP at the beginning of the procession.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

James McMurdock gave up his party whip last year over questions about his eligibility for Covid-19 support loans that he received through two companies.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Cartoons and toys have long been used by governments to rally their people and whip up fear against enemies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

However, let me whip out my beige trench coat and magnifying glass as I tell you: My investigation did uncover some interesting questions about the origins of this salmon.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

I remember what Bedi Ma'am said about conductors as I whip our tickets out of my pocket.

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman