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whip up

VERB
incite, excite
Synonyms
STRONGEST
agitate arouse foment inflame instigate kindle provoke stir work up
WEAK
abet compel disturb drive goad hound prick prod push raise set set on spur start stir up urge
Antonyms
STRONGEST
calm discourage dissuade halt lull prevent put out quiet soothe stop tranquilize

Example Sentences

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And that shared experience is what drives Sunga as she continues to whip up a frenzy with Cake Picnic.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Now, I use artificial intelligence to whip up programs that handle these tasks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

"Because they're so influential, knowing more about the magnetism of AGNs, and how they whip up winds such as these, is key to understanding the history of galaxies throughout the Universe."

From Science Daily • Dec. 9, 2025

In anticipation of the annual holiday, we could all use some of Garten’s expert tips and tricks to whip up the perfect menus for a smooth sailing, memorable Thanksgiving celebration.

From Salon • Nov. 18, 2025

“I didn’t know you were out here. Do you want to come in? I can whip up a quick breakfast.”

From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson