as in clubbing
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1
as in smacking
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
whaled the ball so hard that it sailed over the fence and into the neighbor's yard
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2
as in hiding
to strike repeatedly with something long and thin or flexible
whaled the rug with a broom to knock the dirt out of it
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3
as in pounding
to strike repeatedly
mercilessly whaled the pickpocket for stealing from her purse
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Recent Examples of whaling
Jennifer Borresen, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
In addition, commercial whaling was so intense throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries that most of the largest, oldest animals were likely missing from researchers’ calculations.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
Controversy and Criticism Persist Japan's return to commercial whaling has drawn international criticism.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Then, in 1986, the International Whaling Commission declared a moratorium on commercial whaling.
—Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Right whales were heavily hunted until just the 1960s, when the International Whaling Commission began to ban commercial whaling.
—Jennifer Borresen, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
In addition, commercial whaling was so intense throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries that most of the largest, oldest animals were likely missing from researchers’ calculations.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
Controversy and Criticism Persist Japan's return to commercial whaling has drawn international criticism.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Then, in 1986, the International Whaling Commission declared a moratorium on commercial whaling.
—Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whaling
Noun
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The film centers on Tara (Mia McKenna-Bruce), who heads to a party hotspot in the Mediterranean with her two best friends, ready for a carefree holiday filled with drinking and clubbing before adulthood takes hold (à la Spring Breakers).—
Travis Bean,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Their latest works integrate the energy of clubbing and techno music with powerful, socially-conscious narratives.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Rushdie himself was attacked on stage at an event in upstate New York in 2022 after coming out of hiding.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
27 Dec. 2024
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Rushdie himself was attacked on stage at an event in upstate New York in 2022 after coming out of hiding.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
27 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The crowd was so excited that the plexiglass behind us was pounding.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Dec. 2024
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Prepare for fast, heart-pounding action and brutal competition in this multiplayer game.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Former President Joe Biden issued Fauci a pre-emptive federal pardon as a hedge against what Biden said could be politically motivated attacks.—
Jim Turner,
Orlando Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2025
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On Friday and Saturday, the pope spoke on the phone to Rev. Gabriel Romanelli and his assistant, Father Yusuf Asad, in Gaza City, northern Gaza – who have been in frequent communication since Israel launched its war following the October 7 attacks.—
Antonia Mortensen,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Elle was also seen whipping her hands in a circle to the music during the awards ceremony.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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This instant camera captures little moments and big occasions on film, which feels a little more special than whipping out an iPhone.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
2 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Can my cat get sick from licking me?—
Andy Biggs,
Newsweek,
25 Dec. 2024
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However, many cat owners will hesitate to stop their cats from licking them, to avoid hurting their feelings.—
Andy Biggs,
Newsweek,
25 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In 2011, Meester, who was at the height of her Gossip Girl fame, attended the event as a presenter, hitting the stage Garrett Hedlund to give out an award.—
Luke Chinman,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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Players continue hitting the cue ball off other balls to try and get their balls into pockets until only the eight ball remains.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA TODAY,
6 Jan. 2025
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The plan was implemented after several high-profile incidents occurred on the city's subway system, including a deadly shooting that broke out on an elevated train platform and a train conductor who was injured in a slashing attack.—
John Bacon,
USA TODAY,
24 Dec. 2024
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Investors were reacting to a deal reached between the company and its striking German workers on Friday, terms of which included cutting 35,000 jobs by 2030 and slashing production capacity to reduce costs.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Whaling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whaling. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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