on a whim

phrase

: because of a sudden decision
He quit his job on a whim.

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Some people take the challenge on a whim, not really knowing what to expect. — Beth Krietsch, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2026 Hailee Steinfeld created her poblano and corn quesadilla recipe on a whim while combining leftovers one night. — Naki Franklin, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2026 That changed in 2019, when her agent, on a whim, sent her Ahn’s screenplay, then titled Audrey Park. — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2026 That’s an intentional strategy to catch the eye of commuters who might be compelled, on a whim, to stop for a quick game or two. — Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on a whim

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“On a whim.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20a%20whim. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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