1
as in to accelerate
to cause to move or proceed fast or faster
the museum guide kept whisking us along, telling us there was much more we had to see
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as in to flow
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
now that the highway has been widened, traffic just whisks along
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as in to speed
to proceed or move quickly
whisked through the crowd and delivered the urgent message
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Recent Examples of whisk
Mary Claire Britton, Southern Living, 20 Nov. 2024
That's essentially just stirring and not an effective way to whisk.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 13 Nov. 2024
Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 4 Dec. 2024
Add the lemon juice and lemon zest and whisk to combine.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 29 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Here are the recipe's key steps: Mix the batter: In a bowl, combine the wet ingredients (pumpkin, oil, eggs, extract, buttermilk, and sugars) with a whisk.
—Mary Claire Britton, Southern Living, 20 Nov. 2024
That's essentially just stirring and not an effective way to whisk.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 13 Nov. 2024
Verb
There’s even a free cable car to whisk you into the park in the most Swiss way possible.
—Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 4 Dec. 2024
Add the lemon juice and lemon zest and whisk to combine.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whisk
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There are flat zipper pouches on the inside of the flap and along one wall of the large compartment.Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024
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The trench coat has a pointed collar, buttons, and two functional flap pockets.Nicol Natale, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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In 2021, to fuel its growth and success, the founders bestowed the honor of accelerating the company to Rich Berry, a business school graduate with extensive experience in brand management specializing in the frozen foods industry.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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The growth of near-shoring, which accelerated under the Biden administration, could also boost the economies of the region—and, over time, give potential migrants a reason to stay home.Brian Winter, Foreign Affairs, 10 Dec. 2024
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Our team coach would pass by all those terraced houses in Moss Side, a setting that gets the juices flowing.Andy Mitten, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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Photo : Courtesy of Elad Group The dining area flows to the backyard.Mark David, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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The town, which only has one stoplight, opted to not put a speeding camera in that area.Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 19 Dec. 2024
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Currently, physicians can spend hours getting up to speed on a patient's history and care status, especially for new patients.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Earthquake, the year’s other high profile disaster flick, finished No. 5 (with $79,700,000 million).Marc Berman, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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The action flick’s ensemble cast includes Chris Violette, Ish Morris, Bobby Daniels and Devonte Lewis.Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Dec. 2024
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Edwards rushed for only 18 yards in the first half, but the Chargers didn’t abandon the run.Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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Peterson rushed for 14,918 yards in his career, leading the league in rushing three times.Ryan Morik, Fox News, 20 Dec. 2024
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The metal tip applicator glided on smoothly, making application easy while providing a cooling sensation that helped reduce puffiness.L.A. Hubilla, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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Find it on Amazon Handmade Kent 9T Graphite Hair Comb for Gentle Untangling Handmade from cellulose acetate, this saw-cut comb gently glides through short, long, straight, curly, fine, and coarse hair to tenderly undo tangles and remove knots.Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
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Initially a two-vehicle crash occurred, then one of the drivers got out of his vehicle to talk with the other driver when he was struck by vehicle traveling at highway speeds, authorities said.Drake Bentley, Journal Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2024
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For the person who loves to travel, or your favorite hypebeast. Flamingo Estate: The Guide to Becoming Alive by Richard Christiansen Flamingo Estate is my go to for an elevated selection of home and kitchen essentials.Kelly Wearstler, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Whisk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whisk. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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