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whales

Pronunciation: [weɪlz]

Word

Learn how to use whales in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “animals”

(noun) whales are large sea animals that live in the ocean. They are mammals, which means they breathe air and are warm-blooded. Whales can be very big, some are even longer than a school bus!

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The blue whale is the largest animal on Earth, measuring up to 100 feet long.

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No whales were spotted during our trip to the ocean; it was so quiet.

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What do you know about different types of whales?

Context: “verb usage”

(verb) to whale means to hit or strike something with force. This usage is not common but can sometimes be used in sports or games. Imagine someone swinging a bat and hitting a ball really hard.

Example

He whaled the ball out of the park during the game.

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She didn't whale the ball; it barely left the pitch.

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Did you see him whale the ball during the last inning?

How to pronounce whales

Pronunciation: [weɪlz]

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