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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However, women’s sports, while growing exponentially, face ownership structures that are often more restrictive and less flexible.Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Reasonable accommodations for neurodivergent employees include noise-canceling headphones, quiet spaces, adjustable lighting, and flexible work schedules.Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Use lunch breaks as an opportunity to step away from your screen, stretch, and take care of yourself.Sho Dewan, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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The spontaneity and variability of play help to recondition, stretch, and strengthen your muscle fascia – that super suit of connective tissue that supports every muscle and organ in your body.Kate Ligler, Outside Online, 7 Dec. 2024
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Make sure heat vents are pointed away from any plastic storage bins or cheap plastic toys.Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
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Models that were manufactured before October 25, 2023, will have a plastic cover, and unaffected models made after that date will have a fabric cover.DeVonne Goode, Parents, 20 Dec. 2024
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Our dinner options are greasy pizza or rubbery burgers, the undersides of the tables are speckled with wads of gum and the background noise is the shouting voices of children.Lizz Schumer, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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If the thought of reheating steak brings about mental images of tough, rubbery meat – don’t despair.Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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The foam is super springy, and the fit around the ankle and heels is secure and supportive.Kieran Alger, WIRED, 21 Dec. 2024
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This was done with a springy flick of the wrist; any passing squash player would have stopped to applaud the gesture.Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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Having a broad network of partners—including companies, charities, think tanks, and other multilateral institutions—can help make an organization more resilient.Allison Carnegie, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
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That commitment to authenticity will drive Deb through to whatever awaits her in Episode 8 — and even further into the legacy of one of the most resilient killers on TV.Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
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The pants’ elastic waistband provides ample room for movement, while the sweater's V-neck gives it a bit more of a sophisticated feel.Casey Clark, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Plus, the towels are cute and lightweight and boast features like elastic loops or button fasteners to make twisting and securing a breeze.Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Whippy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whippy. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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