bullwhip

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Recent Examples of bullwhip An election year has combined with higher interest rates and the bullwhip effect to create softness in demand and a lack of general consumer confidence. Joel Scutchfield, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025 Of course, there’s also Indy’s iconic bullwhip, which can be cracked to stun enemies and force them to drop weapons. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024 On a coat hook by the door hangs a fedora, a bullwhip and a leather messenger bag. Jack Armstrong, The Arizona Republic, 19 July 2024 Knight, who once brought a bullwhip to practice and took a gentle swipe in the direction of Calbert Cheaney, a Black player. The Indianapolis Star, 8 Mar. 2024 See All Example Sentences for bullwhip
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bullwhip
Noun
  • The strap between the toes still gives you that classic flip-flop look and feel, plus there’s plenty of support from a cork footbed that molds to your feet.
    Nicol Natale, People.com, 23 May 2025
  • The straps are made from a sturdy synthetic leather alternative that holds its shape more than other softer materials, but the interior of the straps and insoles are still lined with a light suede that’s gentle on the skin and comfy for full-day wear.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2025
Noun
  • The captain, eager to crack a whip, joins the guests dressed as ringmaster, matching primary Rebecca.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 6 May 2025
  • However, Schatz has emerged as a favorite after volunteering to pick up some of the whip’s duties in helping to manage the floor.
    Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Its seat and back are made from gorgeous woven rattan, while its legs are constructed from sturdy aluminum with a woodgrain finish.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
  • Made from woven plastic rattan, this basket is both stylish, sturdy, and easy to clean.
    Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Puddles offer splash landing-pads to any child in flight; display their dreams through windows into the world above: limbs and last leaves of sumac and hickory, a passing black-capped chickadee, and – down in the far blue – a blouse of cloud.
    contributing Monitor poets, Christian Science Monitor, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Autumn is my favorite season in Cuyahoga Valley, as the oaks, hickories, and maples explode with fall colors.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • It was crafted with premium leather craftsmanship, rawhide laces, and stays true to its heritage with premium leather craftsmanship, rawhide laces, and Sperry’s signature Razor-Cut Wave-Siping™ outsole.
    Mecca Pryor, Essence, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Memorable improvisations include an Apache deck from the 19th century, with sword, bell and button forms painted into rectangles of rawhide, and a deck of Paris metro tickets painted over by Alexis Poliakoff in the 1970s.
    Walker Mimms, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • That puts fertilizer makers—especially domestic fertilizer makers like CF—in a great spot, as their products boost crop yields.
    Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
  • In November 2024, Steven Sr. pleaded guilty in a multi-million dollar crop insurance fraud case.
    Liza Esquibias, People.com, 20 May 2025
Noun
  • Ötzi the Iceman had amadou in his supplies (probably for fire-starting), along with birch polypore, which was likely used to fight intestinal parasites.
    Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 28 May 2025
  • The Ukrainian helicopter, returning from a mission firing rockets at Russian troops, swooped in low over a forest of birch trees and touched down in a clearing in a cloud of dust.
    Maria Varenikova, New York Times, 18 May 2025
Noun
  • The collection is known for embracing motorcycle culture and Western fashion, featuring fringe skirts, cowhide power suits and leather chaps.
    Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 21 Apr. 2025
  • The new Longchamp furniture pieces are original designs by Renart done in his signature gravity-defying style: a banquette Wave Cuir (Wave leather bench) and a set of eight Chaise Ruban (Ruban chairs), both crafted from American walnut and upholstered in cowhide leather.
    Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025

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“Bullwhip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bullwhip. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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