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
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Building codes should be updated now to be flexible enough to apply to a range of existing and emerging products.Lara Williams, The Mercury News, 5 Nov. 2024
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The trial comes alongside a new flexible work bill, giving employees the right to demand a four-day week from their company.Ryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 5 Nov. 2024
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They’re made from 100-percent cotton shorts with a stretch waistband and side pockets.Clint Davis, Peoplemag, 10 June 2024
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Cellulosic producer Lenzing, stretch fiber producer Roica by Asahi Kasei and Japanese denim mill Kaihara Denim came together to create the Saisei Collection, a range of stretch fabrics made with recycled fibers.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 25 Oct. 2024
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In other words, the constant flow of electric current through the sockets may have enhanced the metal zinc's plastic behavior, therefore weakening its grip.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Refrigerate dry and unwashed in crisper drawer in a plastic bag up to 3 weeks.Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
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Each time, the biscuit came out soft, but definitely rubbery.Molly Bolton, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2024
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Jones provides a rubbery synth line, while Michael breaths heavily, squeaks, squeals and hiccups to soul’s delight.A.D. Amorosi, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
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The stunts start with acrobats somersaulting on a thin strip of springy tape and the highlight comes when a giant orb is lowered from above and suspended in mid-air.Caroline Reid, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Here are the best types of mattresses for combination sleepers: Innerspring Innerspring mattresses are the most responsive thanks to their springy coil systems.Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
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So in every place the military is taking action today to become more resilient.Outside Online, Outside Online, 13 Nov. 2024
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Rather than collapsing, Hezbollah has proved both resilient and adaptive.Sarah E. Parkinson, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2024
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The seams, elastic, and stitching remained in perfect condition.Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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Spandex and rubber elastic, two of the most common materials sports bras are made out of, lose their compression powers over time, and with it, their ability to keep your breasts in place, says Susan L. Sokolowski, a professor of sports product design at the University of Oregon.Julia Ries, Outside Online, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Whippy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whippy. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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