as in tale
a rumor or report of a personal or sensational nature
there were whispers that the starlet was secretly married
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as in to rumor
to make (as a piece of information) the subject of common talk without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
assistants whispered that the two singers were having a secret relationship
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Recent Examples of whisper
James Horncastle, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent whispers from Washington suggest that tariffs are unlikely to be broad.
—Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
Aarian Marshall, WIRED, 10 Jan. 2025
In one photo, Jenner could be seen appearing to whisper something in Chalamet's ear during the game, while in another, the pair intently watched the tournament with other spectators.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The whispers didn’t stop when Reijnders gave Milan the lead.
—James Horncastle, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent whispers from Washington suggest that tariffs are unlikely to be broad.
—Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
Verb
Two EVs, the 0 Saloon and the 0 SUV, will debut in 2026, with rounded, offbeat styling that whispers the future.
—Aarian Marshall, WIRED, 10 Jan. 2025
In one photo, Jenner could be seen appearing to whisper something in Chalamet's ear during the game, while in another, the pair intently watched the tournament with other spectators.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whisper
Noun
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Per old wives’ tales, nesting is a phenomenon that happens near the end of gestation: a maternal instinct to prepare for birth.—
Betty Liu,
Bon Appétit,
20 Jan. 2025
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This incident serves as a cautionary tale for companies deploying AI in their communications.—
Rebekah Bastian,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
Verb
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She was previously rumored to be Trump’s pick for secretary of Agriculture before the role went to Rollins.—
Julia Mueller,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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Landry has been a staunch Trump supporter and was rumored to be considered for a spot in the president's cabinet.—
Carlie Kollath Wells,
Axios,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Get the Robb Report newsletter for similar stories delivered straight to your inbox.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2025
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This story was updated with additional information.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
Verb
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After his son burst into the room, Gordon turned to the boy and revealed the excuse for his violent outburst, Brandon said.—
Ellen Moynihan,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
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The answers can help reveal whether something else is being overlooked.—
Angela Haupt,
TIME,
24 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Trump hinted that he was set to take action on his first day in office to pardon individuals charged in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
19 Jan. 2025
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Kelce recently hinted on The Pat McAfee Show that Swift would be in attendance, adding to the growing speculation that her presence is a good-luck charm for the Chiefs.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
18 Jan. 2025
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“Whisper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whisper. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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