whiff
noun
a trace or hint.
has whiffed
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present perfectof whiff (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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Collectively, Wall Street has whiffed on its forecasts in 2026.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 8, 2026
Emily McCoskey, Pomona Diamond Ranch: McCoskey has whiffed 81 hitters in 51 innings for Diamond Ranch and is 11 for 24 at the plate.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 9, 2023
The team was 1-15 last year, has whiffed numerous times on first-round picks in recent years, has a rookie quarterback, a first-year NFL head coach and spent frugally in free agency.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 21, 2021
It was the third time deGrom has whiffed 13 in a regular-season game.
From Washington Times ● May 18, 2018
If it's any solace to Duf and the rest of the Dog Pound, Jason has whiffed badly with previous draft day analysis.
From Golf Digest ● Apr. 27, 2018
