WHIPLASH Definition & Meaning

whiplash

[ hwip-lash, wip- ]

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noun

the lash of a whip.
an abrupt snapping motion or change of direction resembling the lash of a whip.
Also whiplash injury. a neck injury caused by a sudden jerking backward, forward, or both, of the head:
Whiplash resulted when their car was struck from behind.
Also called whiplash curve. a connected series of reverse curves of more or less elliptical form, used as a major design motif in the Art Nouveau style.

verb (used with object)

to beat, hit, throw, etc., with or as if with a whiplash.
to affect adversely, as by a sudden change:
new taxes whiplashing corporate earnings.

whiplash

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noun

a quick lash or stroke of a whip or like that of a whip
med See whiplash injury

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of whiplash¹

First recorded in 1565–75; 1950–55 whiplash fordef 6; whip + lash ¹

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"The dollar is stumbling under the weight of trade-policy whiplash, and portfolio managers have lost faith in anything that involves political discretion," he added.

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The whiplash underscores the challenge before lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom this spring as they attempt to develop a state budget plan for the year ahead that funds schools, healthcare, roadways and other essential services.

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“For the White Lotus fans, you might be surprised to see Mook onstage,”Lisa said, laughing at the whiplash between her recent roles.

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For some business owners, it’s the whiplash that has been the hardest to endure.

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“X2 has been linked to previous incidents, where people received whiplash, head and leg injuries, and more, from the ride’s sudden shuddering and jolts.”

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whip in whiplash injury

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