Meaning of whiplashy | Babel Free
Definitions
Reminiscent of a whiplash injury; involving a rapid back-and-forth jerking motion.
Examples
“The British news media has a whiplashy relationship with Ms. Deyn, simultaneously crushed-out and abusive.”
“If you're the type⟳ of rider who likes to stand⟳ on the pedals and whip the bike back and forth when climbing hills, you should know⟳ that doing so with your kid in the seat could give⟳ her a seriously unpleasant, whiplashy ride⟳.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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