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Recent Examples of whet
Lauren Frayer, NPR, 14 Sep. 2025
Some argue that a two-state solution would whet rather than satisfy Palestinian political ambitions.
—Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2025
Josh Harris, the Commanders’ owner, made his fortune as the co-founder of Apollo Global Management and while ownership rests with him personally and not any PE firm, his investment had to whet the appetite for more from the NFL and PE investors.
—Howard Homonoff, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
And while this was only one exhibition game with a lot of good and some teachable moments, Dart looked enough like an NFL quarterback against the Bills to whet the fans’ appetite of what’s to come.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 11 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Exposure to the outside world, through her father's work, must have whetted MacLeod's appetite for travel, Crichton says.
—Lauren Frayer, NPR, 14 Sep. 2025
Some argue that a two-state solution would whet rather than satisfy Palestinian political ambitions.
—Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2025
Josh Harris, the Commanders’ owner, made his fortune as the co-founder of Apollo Global Management and while ownership rests with him personally and not any PE firm, his investment had to whet the appetite for more from the NFL and PE investors.
—Howard Homonoff, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
And while this was only one exhibition game with a lot of good and some teachable moments, Dart looked enough like an NFL quarterback against the Bills to whet the fans’ appetite of what’s to come.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whet
Verb
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Different games sharpen different skills—and video games may have an edge over traditional board games by demanding faster, more flexible thinking.—
Clarissa Brincat,
Popular Science,
8 Jan. 2026
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But in a city with a dire housing shortage, the gap has sharpened scrutiny of policies that critics say make building in Kansas City more difficult.—
David Hudnall,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Load the down coat into a front-load washer or a high-efficiency top-load washer without a center agitator for gentle agitation.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
14 Jan. 2026
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Over time, increase the repetitions using light weights, then gradually progress to heavier loads, Forsyth recommended.—
Allison Forsyth,
Health,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Each tot did fall apart after the first bite, but its cooked crispy exterior and soft interior made for a good snack.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
20 Dec. 2025
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The Reel began with a video of Amora as a young baby wearing a white furry teddy bear onesie, before transitioning into moments of the tot over the last two years.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
PEOPLE,
12 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Its bright ombré glaze, which is chip and stain resistant, adds a pop of color to any area.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Choose slightly oversized sunnies, a dainty sweater to drape over your shoulders, a larger-than-life handbag, and shoes that add a pop of color.—
Lindy Segal,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This extra, low-effort step makes guests feel especially welcome, as well as nips any potential musical chairs awkwardness in the bud.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
1 Jan. 2026
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But slipping a nip is putting it lightly — her entire boob was out.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
31 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Shop the 10 best Longchamp deals on totes, backpacks, crossbody bags, and belt bags from Gilt and Rue La La to find your new favorite lightweight carry for your next trip.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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Gilbert had two decades of experience in the television industry under his belt before pursuing the idea of following an American family through a period in their lives amid a palpable societal and generational shift across the country.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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By gen 3, the Roadie had gained rocker pad control and a small color screen, plus the peg gripper was moved to the end rather than at the side.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Pitt definitely feels like the type of workplace where conceited doctors-in-training are pretty much guaranteed to quickly get knocked down a peg.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Melanie Masarin, the founder and CEO of Ghia, a nonalcoholic-drink brand, recently told me that an investor asked her whether Ghia has plans for a high-protein aperitif.—
Rachel Sugar,
The Atlantic,
10 Jan. 2026
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Far better is to flip those ratios, making a sparkling wine drink with just a little absinthe and a perfect pre-dinner aperitif.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
27 Dec. 2025
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“Whet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whet. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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