Etymology
Origin of whizzer
Example Sentences
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It’s the “whizzer,” stemming from the complex’s acronym: WHSR.
From Seattle Times
The White House Situation Room, the ultrasecure facility known to West Wing insiders simply as “the whizzer,” has undergone a $50 million renovation, with sophisticated communications equipment and technology to prevent American adversaries from listening in.
From New York Times
Alan Page Community Award, the Byron “Whizzer” White Man of the Year Award and the NFL father of the year award in 1969 by raising awareness and funds for kids with special needs.
From Los Angeles Times
Justice Byron “Whizzer” White, a former running back at Colorado, told Coats back then that even though he may end up winning the case, he would regret it.
From Seattle Times
In a dissent, Byron “Whizzer” White and William Rehnquist recognized this ulterior motive and where it led.
From Washington Post
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