whacked
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of whacked
Example Sentences
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The economy may be less like a tire swing that always bounces back after being whacked with a stick, and more like a piñata that eventually bursts.
Tim Seifert whacked 52 from 26 balls but around him New Zealand lost regular wickets in pursuit of a lost cause, including Finn Allen, the Black Caps' semi-final centurion, for nine in the third over.
From BBC
Mitchell finished unbeaten on 25 off 14 balls while Santner whacked 17 not out off eight as New Zealand won with 13 balls to spare.
From BBC
You couldn't aim yourself very well and sometimes you rolled into the coffee table by mistake and whacked your nose.
From Literature
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The latest market driver is his selection of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve boss, which has lifted the dollar, hit bond prices and whacked precious metals.
From MarketWatch
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