Example Sentences

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To be made to feel shame for this — including feeling compelled to reduce any conversation to whispers — could only be an exercise rooted in elitism.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Stagflation whispers are also starting to echo around Wall Street.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

There were whispers of a toxic culture, summary sackings were observed and rumours about the CEO's behaviour started to swirl.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

And what happens if we put those whispers into the ether?”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

“There’s no way she really sings,” Pua whispers to me.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila