whips
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
She has been promoted from the Whips Office and is replacing the chancellor's sister, Ellie Reeves, who has become solicitor general.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
Dole Whips quickly attained something of a cult following, prompting enthusiasm for these fan-favorite snacks to spread outside of Disney Parks.
From Salon • Jul. 21, 2022
Whips, the officials responsible for maintaining discipline in Britain’s political parties, have long deployed persuasion to keep lawmakers in line, and have sometimes been accused of crossing a line and using threats.
From Washington Times • Jan. 20, 2022
A spokesman on behalf of the Conservative Whips Office said the whip remained suspended from Mr Roberts.
From BBC • Jul. 7, 2021
Whips of water slapped at the bukavac’s face, snapping and cracking as they hit.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
Definitions and idiom definitions from Dictionary.com Unabridged, based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023
Idioms from The American Heritage® Idioms Dictionary copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.
