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are whistling

  • present progressive
    of whistle.
    whistle
    verb (used without object)
    to make a clear musical sound, a series of such sounds, or a high-pitched, warbling sound by the forcible expulsion of the breath through a small opening formed by contracting the lips, or through the teeth, with the aid of the tongue.

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No, the current situation is not a repeat of ancient market history; while the market and economy are whistling a familiar tune to old-timers, there are differences.

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 3, 2022

In still other places, officials are whistling right past this volatile issue, mouthing vague platitudes about wearing masks and allowing a little more space among children’s desks.

From New York Times ● Jun. 6, 2020

It’s June 1978 and 18,000 fans are whistling and wailing for the intermission to end.

From The Guardian ● Jan. 13, 2016

It’s not only gubernatorial candidates who are whistling past the budget graveyard.

From Washington Times ● Oct. 14, 2014

Those fellows are whistling, bawling, stamping, and yelling in the employ of progress.

From The Progressionists, and Angela. by Conrad von Bolanden