whet
verb (used with object)
to sharpen (a knife, tool, etc.) by grinding or friction.
has whetted
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present perfectof whet (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Despite the detractors, Peltola said the Willow decision has whetted her appetite for more successes.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 11, 2023
It has whetted the appetite for the rest of the series and for the Test between England and Australia's women, which begins at Trent Bridge on Thursday.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2023
But, she added, his victory has whetted legislative ambitions, too.
From New York Times ● Sep. 15, 2021
If the excitement of the ESPN/Netflix project has whetted your appetite for more sports documentaries, here are some candidates that should be at the top of your list.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 17, 2020
"To tell the truth, our job at the bridge has whetted my appetite, and I am sure Amory is ready for another go."
From A Hero of Li?ge by Herbert Strang
