what's
American-
contraction of what is or what has:
What's the matter? What's been done?
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contraction of what does: What's she do for a living?
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
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Indeed, what’s ultimately so disturbing about Tuesday’s decision isn’t just the holding.
From Slate • Jun. 23, 2026
“When we asked them what gets in the way, what’s the barrier? The workplace was a big barrier — the expectation that they had to be the breadwinner,” Schulte said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026
If it’s starting to feel a little stuffy around here, it’s not just you, it’s a preview of what’s coming for the rest of the week in Southern California.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026
But even if QXO and other laggards in the fund don’t rebound soon, it’s just a tiny blemish on what’s been a solid run of success for Malbon and her colleagues at Patient Capital.
From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026
I have to do what’s best for me.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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