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
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
Maybe Monte alluded too much, or Josh just caught a whiff of something that felt dirty.
—Marah Eakin, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2025
Matt Schubert, The Denver Post, 5 Jan. 2025
The Blue Jays certainly have the money to bring Alonso in after whiffing on Juan Soto, Corbin Burnes, Max Fried, and Teoscar Hernández in free agency.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Whereas Burnes is declining as a whiff artist, Cease was in the 92nd percentile for whiff rate this year.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
Maybe Monte alluded too much, or Josh just caught a whiff of something that felt dirty.
—Marah Eakin, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2025
Verb
After whiffing twice on playoff berth, Broncos’ Sean Payton has chance for redemption against Chiefs
The Broncos needed a seismic change in leadership, and owner Greg Penner realized it.
—Matt Schubert, The Denver Post, 5 Jan. 2025
The Blue Jays certainly have the money to bring Alonso in after whiffing on Juan Soto, Corbin Burnes, Max Fried, and Teoscar Hernández in free agency.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiff
Noun
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This weightless multitasker adds a hint of radiance to the skin—as a primer below foundation or simply on its own. Concealer for Women Over 50 The best concealers for women over 50 meld hydrating ingredients with actives, such as peptides, for anti-aging benefits.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
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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Gain Rinse & Renew Rinse out stubborn odors and smell fresh with Gain Rinse and Renew Fabric Rinse.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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Starbucks' customers have to wake up and smell the coffee!—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
14 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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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
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Whannell sniffs around the perimeter of a culture war subtext.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
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 30 Jan. 2025.
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