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
Beware of the whippy nature of commodities markets!
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Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
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.
—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
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
Conditions are whippy and gray.
—Nick Heil, Outside Online, 25 June 2013
Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
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.
—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
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
Conditions are whippy and gray.
—Nick Heil, Outside Online, 25 June 2013
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whippy
Adjective
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Fridge foraging is flexible by design, built around a few adaptable formats that absorb nearly any combination of ingredients.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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Designed for all-day wear, these clogs have a foam insole with moderate cushioning and a supportive, flexible outsole.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The senior wide receiver led the Bruins out of stretch lines and took a more vocal approach to practice.—
Gabriel Duarte,
Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The baggy straight-wide silhouette feels relaxed but still pulled together, with stretch denim and a drawstring waist for comfort.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The backup option is unglamorous, involving the use of plastic bags.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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Protect your lawn and landscaping with plastic sheets or tarps.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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My omelets have been tough and rubbery, sometimes dense, dry, and slightly bitter from excessive browning.—
Jeffrey Steingarten,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2026
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Even an extra 30 seconds can result in rubbery whites and dry, crumbly yolks, while not cooking them long enough yields inedible results.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Snag them in white to brighten up your wardrobe, or any of the springy hues like crimson and emerald green to really stand out.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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There’s just a lot going on inside this phone, with multiple motors, springy arms, tracks, and a screen that has to loop around the back.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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By embedding these quantum-resistant mechanisms into the hardware and system levels, the project aims to create a more resilient foundation for critical technology.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
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Arsenal enters the match as the favorite, but Sporting has been resilient in the Champions League, rebounding from a 3-0 loss to tournament darlings Bodo/Glimt with a 5-0 thrashing in Lisbon.—
Pueng Vongs,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Lou & Grey Heathered Scubasoft Joggers are about to be your new in-flight uniform, featuring a tapered silhouette and stretchy elastic waistband that moves with you.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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Steven Spielberg, and its adherence to plot logic is elastic to say the least.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Non-stretch fabrics quickly become uncomfortable mid-flight, but this Anrabess Two-piece Set is made from soft, stretchy material that moves with your body while still looking put together.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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Give your denim a break and try a pair of stretchy cotton chinos for an even cozier fit.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Whippy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whippy. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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