whiff
noun
a trace or hint.
whiffs
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present tense formof whiff (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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In referencing punk culture, Gyllenhaal whiffs her mark, which is somehow even more punk.
From Salon ● Mar. 8, 2026
He has quickly rediscovered the feel for his breaking stuff, generating whiffs with his sweeper and traditional slider.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2025
So far, his trademark splitter has been an effective weapon, yielding just a .158 batting average to opponents while generating whiffs on 35% of swings.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 13, 2025
But aesthetically and tonally, whiffs of affluence are in reach for those who want a taste.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 7, 2025
Why did some leave whiffs of clouds in their wake and others didn’t?
From "Amal Unbound" by Aisha Saeed
