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whiz

Definition

  • verb: to move quickly while making a buzzing or humming sound
  • verb: to hum, whir, or hiss like a speeding object (as an arrow or ball) passing through air
  • used especially in the phrase 'take a whiz'
  • synonyms: hum, whir

Examples

  • The ball 'whizzed' through the air.

  • Cars 'whizzed' by on the highway.

  • He 'whizzed' past us on skates.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) pictures on my day off. I'll drop by. Okay, Doyle. As soon as you can. Bless your heart, Stella. Gee whiz, look at this. I can't tell you what a welcome sight this is. No wonder your husband still loves you. The police? (..)
    1954 Rear Window