as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
the whippy branches of a weeping willow
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Recent Examples of whippy
The atmospheric factors allowing for this kind of whippy action have been well known: The S & P 500 and Nasdaq 100 were back near the upper end of their multi-year valuation range.
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Michael Santoli, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2025
His action is whippy and lies somewhere between that of Shaun Tait and a young Mitchell Johnson.
—Sukhman Singh, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2025
Swinging with a whippy training aid also increases your flexibility and helps coordinate your arms and body.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
The Butterfly Jig was invented in Japan, where anglers delivered them on light, whippy rods made of carbon fiber that had incredible backbone.
—Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024
Diane brushed her yellow-blonde curls off her face, the thin, whippy flagpole in her hand.
—Melissa Gira Grant, The New Republic, 4 Apr. 2023
And the rifle runs well from the shoulder, though the fluted 22-inch barrel gave it a slightly whippy feel during our off-hand drills.
—John B. Snow, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2020
Also of use: A whippy fastball that ranged up to 99 mph on Sunday.
—Allie Morris, Dallas News, 3 Aug. 2020
Conditions are whippy and gray.
—Nick Heil, Outside Online, 25 June 2013
Michael Santoli, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2025
His action is whippy and lies somewhere between that of Shaun Tait and a young Mitchell Johnson.
—Sukhman Singh, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2025
Swinging with a whippy training aid also increases your flexibility and helps coordinate your arms and body.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
The Butterfly Jig was invented in Japan, where anglers delivered them on light, whippy rods made of carbon fiber that had incredible backbone.
—Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024
Diane brushed her yellow-blonde curls off her face, the thin, whippy flagpole in her hand.
—Melissa Gira Grant, The New Republic, 4 Apr. 2023
And the rifle runs well from the shoulder, though the fluted 22-inch barrel gave it a slightly whippy feel during our off-hand drills.
—John B. Snow, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2020
Also of use: A whippy fastball that ranged up to 99 mph on Sunday.
—Allie Morris, Dallas News, 3 Aug. 2020
Conditions are whippy and gray.
—Nick Heil, Outside Online, 25 June 2013
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whippy
Adjective
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Ugg Goldencush Oxfords These sneakers have a padded tongue, a lightweight, flexible rubber outsole, and trendy metal lace D-rings.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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The bill writes health reimbursement accounts into the tax code, giving small businesses more affordable and flexible health insurance options, according to NFIB.—
Cheryl Winokur Munk,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The team plans to introduce a larger, more squarish hub as a stretch goal for this campaign, with a total of six slots on board.—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
31 Oct. 2025
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In sync with the company’s sustainability-first mission, the new hyper-stretch padding is an update of a previous version — launched last year under the same name.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In the courtyard, faded photos of Hezbollah fighters surrounded by plastic flowers are laid out on the courtyard.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
3 Nov. 2025
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Tie up infested items in plastic bags and throw them away outdoors.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The tomato-oregano intensity wasn’t helped by an unsettling, rubbery texture.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Oct. 2025
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Here are details on bites of tofu that are unexpectedly delicious, and the rubbery, tasteless blocks that will send you back to the meat department.—
Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But Martin truly shone with the ball in his hand, coaches said, zipping downfield with a springy first step.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
20 Oct. 2025
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Hoka Mach 6 Make getting from point A to point B comfortable, springy, and stylish with these Hoka sneakers.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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On the consumer front, which tends to be more resilient, Linde achieved a 1% year-over-year increase in health-care sales, a 3% rise in food and beverage sales, and a 6% advance in electronics sales.—
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CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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In potential conflict scenarios, such an airborne network could serve as a resilient backup or extension of existing communication systems.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The high-waist fit is supportive, and the elastic waistband stretches to move with you.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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These pull-on style pants also have a faux fly, an elastic waistband, and four functional pockets.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Take Everlane’s The Luxe Rib Turtleneck ($58) for example, made from a soft blend of Supima cotton and stretchy elastane for a comfortable fit that ensures warmth while remaining breathable.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
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The Lee jeans have a mid-rise, and they’re made of soft, stretchy fabric that doesn’t feel restrictive.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Whippy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whippy. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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