whistle for
Example Sentences
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No wonder Arteta joined his players on the pitch after the final whistle for a raucous celebration in front of the jubilant Arsenal fans.
From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026
Did they whet your whistle for the book?
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025
Klopp apologised to Liverpool’s fans, many of whom left before the final whistle, for the bitter taste left by his final Merseyside derby.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2024
Assistant coach Joshua Spencer remained on the field after the whistle for halftime to further argue with the referee crew.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 5, 2023
‘You go whistle for your mama. We’re sailors, not soldiers, see?’
From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes
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