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Whetting meaning
present participle and gerund of whet
Example sentences (5)
Tried without success in the past, to say the least, it is unsuitable for anything other than whetting the appetite of the anti-democratic enemy.
Mezzo-sopranos Sasha Cooke (as Lola) and Ronnita Miller (as Lucia) showed themselves to be fine all-around singers who made the most of their smaller yet integral roles, whetting the appetite to hear more from them.
The odd-looking creatures are packed with nutrients and known to contain substances that may help fight cancer cells, but whetting the appetite of consumers in Europe, she says, is virtually impossible.
At his side lay a carving knife bent and worn down by whetting.
Such subtle variations in rhythm are common in the plays, allowing for serious points to be made while still whetting the audience's appetite for the next joke.