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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2
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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3
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
Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 3 Jan. 2025
Whisk the softened gelatin into the boiling cream and whisk until dissolved.
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—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2025
On the way to Miami Beach: The alert from police suggests that Trump’s motorcade will likely whisk him from Doral to the Faena via 36th Street to the Airport Expressway (State Road 112) to the I-I95/Miami Beach exit.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Place clingy liners in drawers Beyond silverware, kitchen tools—like whisks and spatulas—aren’t usually uniform pieces that can be stacked on top of one another in a drawer divider.
—Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 3 Jan. 2025
Whisk the softened gelatin into the boiling cream and whisk until dissolved.
12.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
Verb
Like the larger, 5.3-quart version, this mixer features 12 speed settings and comes with a splash guard, flat beater, dough hook, and wire balloon whisk for all your baking endeavors.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2025
On the way to Miami Beach: The alert from police suggests that Trump’s motorcade will likely whisk him from Doral to the Faena via 36th Street to the Airport Expressway (State Road 112) to the I-I95/Miami Beach exit.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whisk
Noun
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The washed canvas is a durable fabric, while the outer flap and buckles provide security.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
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Crafted with 100 percent Merino wool, this versatile style combines the structural details of a trench coat, like a storm flap, with the comfort and ease of tie waist robe coats.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Feb. 2025
Verb
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If an earlier breakthrough occurs: Should a major quantum attack capability emerge earlier than expected, the bitcoin community can accelerate the above timeline.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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This aligns with developments in China, where the government is easing regulatory pressures on its tech sector to revitalize the economy and accelerate its AI ambitions to rival America.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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But unseen, in underground pipelines that cut through vast fields of barley, flows about $5 billion annually worth of Canadian crude oil and natural gas, most of it from Alberta.—
Dee-Ann Durbin and Sally Ho,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2025
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In fact, some 40% of natural gas produced in the U.S. flows through Kinder’s systems.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Verb
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An automobile sped around another car stopped for crossing signals on Wisconsin Highway 14 near Kenosha and into the path of a Chicago, North Shore & Milwaukee Railroad electric passenger train heading south for Chicago at 70 mph.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2025
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Some experts have warned that Trump's agenda might speed up the program's insolvency.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The pass was ridiculous — a subtle flick of the wrist sending the ball backward while driving in the opposite direction against two defenders.—
Jovan Buha,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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This collectible model of an iconic Star Wars scene comes with seven minifigures, including Darth Vader and Stormtroopers, and fun interactive features like a flick lever to blast open the entrance door.—
Kelsey Fredricks,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
Verb
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As gunshots rained down and throngs of terrified parade-goers ran in all directions, Dr. David Baum rushed to render aid.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Feb. 2025
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Harris has four straight years of 17 starts and 1,000 rushing yards to open his career.—
Vic Tafur,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Specs: One red light (630 nm) wavelength Best For: Brightening, diminishing dark spots, smoothing fine lines How to Use: Moving in an upward direction, glide the tool across hydrated skin on the jaw, cheeks, neck, forehead, under-eye area, and upper lip.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
22 Feb. 2025
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And then there are flying squirrels, which don't actually fly, but use the flaps of skin between their legs to glide through the air.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
19 Feb. 2025
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An upcoming flight for Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’ space company, will feature the first all-woman crew to travel to space in decades.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Driving the news: The annual floral attraction that draws more than 250,000 visitors each spring opens Saturday, and has a new traveling art exhibit.—
Kate Murphy,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Whisk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whisk. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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