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20 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Whir' in a Sentence

"To move rapidly with a humming or buzzing sound, as in the soft whir of an electric fan in the corner." more

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Amelia listened to the whir of the wind as it rustled through the leaves in the forest.
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The old computer's hard drive has been whirring constantly for hours.
As the fishing reel spun, it emitted a soft whir with each tug of the line.
By the time we arrive, the engines will have been whirring for hours.
In the quiet library, the old projector started to whir, capturing everyone's attention.
The sewing machine began to whir as Grandma worked on stitching a beautiful quilt.
The bicycle wheels will whir as the cyclists race towards the finish line.
The computer fan would whir softly in the background as the child played games.
The computer's cooling fan began to whir softly after hours of use.
As the helicopter took off, its rotor blades started to whir loudly.
As she pressed the button, the blender started to whir, blending the ingredients smoothly.
The bicycle wheels began to whir as the child pedaled down the street.
As the clock ticks, the gears of the old clock will be whirring with a rhythmic cadence.
As the bicycle wheels spin, they whir softly, creating a rhythmic sound.
The washing machine started to whir as it cleaned the clothes.
The fan was whirring in the background, providing a cool breeze on a hot day.
The gears of the bicycle are whirring as the cyclist speeds down the hill.
The blender started to whir as it mixed the fruits for a delicious smoothie.
The helicopter's blades started to whir, preparing for takeoff.
The bee's wings have been whirring as it hovers over the blooming flowers.

Whir

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verbTo move rapidly with a humming or buzzing sound, as in the soft whir of an electric fan in the corner.

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Last Updated On: April 10, 2024
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