Etymology
Origin of whittling
Example Sentences
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I grab the whittling book that Steph got me and thumb through it.
From Literature
After whittling what had been a 24-point deficit to four with a little more than three minutes left Saturday, the Bruins could not find the miracle finish they were seeking.
From Los Angeles Times
They also cut down the number of players, starting the second season with 200 contestants before quickly whittling them down to 100, then 25.
Pochettino’s task now, with only four exhibition matches remaining before the World Cup kicks off, is whittling down a squad that he has spent over a year tinkering with.
But the key is to put a cap on how much you spend to avoid falling into the trap of whittling away your winnings.
From MarketWatch
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