as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
the whippy branches of a weeping willow
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Recent Examples of whippy
The Butterfly Jig was invented in Japan, where anglers delivered them on light, whippy rods made of carbon fiber that had incredible backbone.
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Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024
Diane brushed her yellow-blonde curls off her face, the thin, whippy flagpole in her hand.
—Melissa Gira Grant, The New Republic, 4 Apr. 2023
Conditions are whippy and gray.
—Nick Heil, Outside Online, 25 June 2013
And the rifle runs well from the shoulder, though the fluted 22-inch barrel gave it a slightly whippy feel during our off-hand drills.
—John B. Snow, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2020
Also of use: A whippy fastball that ranged up to 99 mph on Sunday.
—Allie Morris, Dallas News, 3 Aug. 2020
For instance, some bacteria have flagella, or long, whippy tails rotated by motors.
—Nicole Yunger Halpern, Scientific American, 18 Apr. 2020
Tennis analysts can see that Mr Federer’s whippy forehand and Serena Williams’ punchy backhand are unique, somehow, but struggle to explain why.
—J.t., The Economist, 17 Aug. 2019
Sage tweaked the composite of its already whippy Konnetic rod technology to transfer energy more efficiently, for faster casting.
—Outside Online, 15 May 2018
Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024
Diane brushed her yellow-blonde curls off her face, the thin, whippy flagpole in her hand.
—Melissa Gira Grant, The New Republic, 4 Apr. 2023
Conditions are whippy and gray.
—Nick Heil, Outside Online, 25 June 2013
And the rifle runs well from the shoulder, though the fluted 22-inch barrel gave it a slightly whippy feel during our off-hand drills.
—John B. Snow, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2020
Also of use: A whippy fastball that ranged up to 99 mph on Sunday.
—Allie Morris, Dallas News, 3 Aug. 2020
For instance, some bacteria have flagella, or long, whippy tails rotated by motors.
—Nicole Yunger Halpern, Scientific American, 18 Apr. 2020
Tennis analysts can see that Mr Federer’s whippy forehand and Serena Williams’ punchy backhand are unique, somehow, but struggle to explain why.
—J.t., The Economist, 17 Aug. 2019
Sage tweaked the composite of its already whippy Konnetic rod technology to transfer energy more efficiently, for faster casting.
—Outside Online, 15 May 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whippy
Adjective
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The rules around federal civil proceedings are slightly more flexible, allowing for recording in some instances at the discretion of the judge.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Want a new career that’s higher-paying, more flexible or fulfilling?—
Jeannie Kim,
CNBC,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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The following year Turkish mill Bossa launched Endless Blue, a line of stretch denim fabrics made with the regenerated cellulose fiber.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
28 Apr. 2025
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The reality is, high performers thrive on stretch goals.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The case looks great on its own to my eyes, with a two tone finish consisting of faux-leather and plastic frame that snaps onto the Vivo X200 Ultra.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The miserable, rainy conditions outside the Canadian Tire Centre that evening seemingly foreshadowed an impending loss as one Maple Leafs fan braved the rain with a plastic broom hoisted above his head.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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This futuristic-looking pod on legs has a rubbery bottom for litter, a weight detector that sets off the cleaning cycle a few minutes after your cat has done its business, and a slide-out tray in the bottom.—
Molly Higgins,
Wired News,
9 May 2025
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Uterine fibroids Uterine fibroids—benign firm, rubbery growths on the uterus—affect up to 80% of people who get periods.—
Ashley Abramson,
SELF,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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But the way that Flay looked at Williamson in the photo caught followers' attention more than their springy outfits.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
5 May 2025
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This pair of Brooks is designed with just the right amount of springy foam to support you on the run.—
Jennifer Heimlich,
SELF,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Lawn Maintenance Maintaining the lawn is key to reducing clover, a hardy and resilient plant, from cropping up and keeping the turf the right height.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
11 May 2025
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Netflix The streaming giant is also defensive and resilient, analyst Brian Nowak wrote following the company’s first-quarter earnings report in April.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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The brand’s signature drawcord and elastic waistband provide all-day comfort no matter what’s on the itinerary.—
Kayla Kitts,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
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Leopard print is practically a neutral and the criss-cross elastic straps add a fun design element.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Whippy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whippy. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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