as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
even a whiff of appreciation for everything I've done for her would have been nice
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Recent Examples of whiff
Jeremy White, WIRED, 1 Jan. 2025
With an elite whiff rate (see stat to note) and miniscule platoon splits — a .541 OPS against righties in 2024 and a .456 against lefties — Adam is more than capable of either role.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
The offense’s shooting efficiency dropped from 48.1% in the first half to 41.9% in the second, and the unit whiffed on all six attempts from 3-point range in that period.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 5 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Hopefully this will make it to final production model, as this 2025 style has more than a whiff of classic Bimmers such as the 2002.
—Jeremy White, WIRED, 1 Jan. 2025
With an elite whiff rate (see stat to note) and miniscule platoon splits — a .541 OPS against righties in 2024 and a .456 against lefties — Adam is more than capable of either role.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
Verb
Humphries twice outright whiffed on edge rushers in the second half.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
The offense’s shooting efficiency dropped from 48.1% in the first half to 41.9% in the second, and the unit whiffed on all six attempts from 3-point range in that period.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 5 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiff
Noun
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Connections is released at midnight in your local time zone and Newsweek will be back tomorrow with another round of hints and tips.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Just like a little salt in your cake batter doesn't make your cake taste salty, a hint of sweet corn in your macaroni and cheese doesn't transform your beloved side into a dessert.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The demands of California’s agriculture and population growth have had severe consequences for native fish species since the early 20th century, with roughly 80% of previous populations of native salmon, trout, sturgeon and the delta smelt.—
Ari Plachta,
Sacramento Bee,
25 Jan. 2025
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The plan to move water from the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta downstate was nixed after environmental groups opposed it because of its potential impact on endangered salmon and smelt.—
Kevin Dolak,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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In terms of the film’s relevance, the narrative sets up a symbolic situation that offers a glimmer of hope.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Blackhawks saw a glimmer of that in Connor Bedard’s rookie season.—
Shayna Goldman,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Whannell sniffs around the perimeter of a culture war subtext.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Jan. 2025
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Long known for its ability to sniff out up-and-coming brands and hidden gems, the event is the largest such spirit competition in the world.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Instead, lie on your back and do 10 rounds of 4-7-8 breathing (inhaling for four seconds, holding it for seven and exhaling for eight).—
Amanda Schupak,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2025
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As Palisades Fire Expands East Critical Warning For 100 Million Apple Users—New Hack Attack Confirmed In addition, the particles can be inhaled deep into the lungs, causing lung injury resulting in shortness of breath, chest pain and wheezing.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
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“Whiff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whiff. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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