whiff
noun
a trace or hint.
Example Sentences
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Collectively, Wall Street has whiffed on its forecasts in 2026.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 8, 2026
In their mutual aim for a modern twist on a timeless classic, both the star-studded, multi-million dollar Apple TV+ movie and the low-budget indie comedy whiffed it entirely.
From Salon ● Dec. 24, 2025
In the first two innings, the team made six-straight outs, struck out five times, swung at 22 of Gausman’s first 32 pitches, and whiffed on 12 while fouling off several mistake fastballs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2025
Thairo Estrada whiffed on a curveball in the first inning.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2025
They cut all sorts of capers and whiffed the meat as it slowly came to perfection with the seasoning penetrating to the bone.
From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston
