whistling

Example Sentences

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“Investors have been whistling by the inflation graveyard and ignoring signals from the Treasury curve, as we’ve broken above 4.5% and on a trajectory to go even higher,” he added.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Connections have helped Ullman throughout his career and whistling life, and he’s hoping they’ll come through again.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

But if it's a simple tic, like whistling, then she says ignoring it is "the best thing" for her.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

At the same time, they create a high pitched sound by whistling inside the larynx.

From Science Daily • Feb. 25, 2026

The wind came whistling round it and struck at the crouched wet bodies.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya