whoops
Example Sentences
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To conservationist Ratha Sor, the whoops and whistles are the sound of hope -- a sign that the country's largest remaining stretch of intact rainforest is healthy enough to support the endangered species.
From Barron's ● Jun. 25, 2026
There were shrieks of relief and whoops of disbelief, tears and fireworks and renditions of “Empire State of Mind” and “New York, New York.”
From Salon ● Jun. 17, 2026
After each one emerged from the water, there were whoops and songs of joy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 27, 2025
"This show is not important. What is important is that we get to live in a country that allows us to have a show like this," Kimmel said to whoops from his studio audience.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2025
Helen Jean squealed and laughed because Leroy’s driving threw them hard against each other; Harley had his arms around her neck, bellowing out war whoops and laughs.
From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko
