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Recent Examples of whet
James McNicholas, New York Times, 23 July 2025
Some big questions will have to wait for the show’s release—but until then, there’s plenty to whet the appetites of Stranger Things fans.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 17 July 2025
Quaid credits the elaborate set piece for whetting his action appetite.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2025
For those whose appetites have been whetted for more, this exhibition at the Autry Museum of the American West, conceived and organized by the Witte Museum in San Antonio, delivers a deep dive into that underreported slice of history.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
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Noun
Watching that Champions League has whetted Zubimendi’s appetite for his first appearance at the Emirates Stadium.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 23 July 2025
Some big questions will have to wait for the show’s release—but until then, there’s plenty to whet the appetites of Stranger Things fans.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 17 July 2025
Quaid credits the elaborate set piece for whetting his action appetite.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2025
For those whose appetites have been whetted for more, this exhibition at the Autry Museum of the American West, conceived and organized by the Witte Museum in San Antonio, delivers a deep dive into that underreported slice of history.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whet
Verb
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An editorial in People's Daily argued that China still lacks in high-level talent needed to sharpen its technological edge, brushing aside fears of excessive immigration.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Richard and Grace was founded on the philosophy that with chaos comes unity, a belief Allen sharpened in moments of global protest, from Black Lives Matter to Palestine.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In 2021, Emily started asking her then 2-year-old daughter the question on camera, capturing the tot’s adorable responses in her now recognizable raspy voice.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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Kushner also shared a photo with more than just a glimpse of the tot, wrapped in a hospital blanket and wearing a pink hat.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
23 Sep. 2025
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This dual-purpose design requires exceptional stiffness, vibration control, and precision engineering, allowing heavy highway loads and high-speed rail traffic to share the same structure safely.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Short model has a maximum rear load of 70 kg (154 lb), which can heft groceries/gear or carry up to two kids on optional seating.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Oct. 2025
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Arguably the most famous depiction of Ophelia in pop culture in recent years is the 2019 film Ophelia, which reimagined Hamlet from Ophelia’s point of view, with Daisy Ridley starring as Ophelia.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
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Under that partnership, Swift grew from a precocious country songwriter into a global pop star.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Girls soccer In a Merrimack Valley Conference clash, host Chelmsford received a second-half goal from Sophia Kukla to nip Andover, 1-0.—
Brian Roach,
Boston Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
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What in one person’s eyes is a quick nip in the bud can have lasting and devastating effects on the other’s life and well-being.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The belt, which marks the boundary between the inner rocky planets and the outer gas giants, is as old as the solar system itself.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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That resulted in Brækhus defending her undisputed title, just one stop in her record-breaking reign of five years and 337 days as a four-belt champion.—
George Ramsay,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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From a classic Aperol spritz to a refreshing Hugo Spritz to 2025’s drink of the summer, the Spa Spritz, our love of the aperitif-style cocktail runs deep.—
Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, aperitif fans will certainly recognize Cádiz, Andalusia, home to some of the world's best sherry.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Bring a touch of playful cottage style with a wall shelf painted a bright color and equipped with pegs for hanging everything from art to hats.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Oct. 2025
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The addition of Clarkson could bump him down a peg rotationally already, but if the Knicks also hold on to Brogdon and/or Shamet, McBride's development could be further curtailed.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Whet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whet. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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