Whaled

The past tense of the verb "whale", primarily referring to the act of striking or thrashing someone or something forcefully, often repeatedly. It can imply a physical beating, a forceful impact, or, figuratively, a relentless verbal assault. It encompasses actions where significant force is applied, typically causing distress or damage, whether literal or metaphorical. The term often suggests an intense, sustained application of power or pressure, leading to a noticeable effect on the recipient of the action.

Whaled meaning with examples

• The bully whaled on the smaller child, leaving him bruised and terrified. The playground fell silent as the attack unfolded, the raw display of aggression shocking the other children. The impact of each blow echoed across the space, the boy crying as he begged for it to stop. Witnesses reported the scene to the school authorities. The incident was quickly investigated.
• The storm whaled against the ship's hull throughout the night, threatening to capsize it. The relentless waves crashed over the deck, soaking the crew. They battled the raging elements and the sound of wind and waves. Despite their best efforts, the ship shuddered under the extreme stress of the relentless downpour. The captain ordered the crew to batten down the hatches.
• The political opponents whaled at each other in the debate, their arguments sharp and unforgiving. Each candidate used sarcasm to attack each other's character. They presented the truth to match the mood of the audience and swayed their own support by the constant barraging of information. The moderators struggled to maintain order as the exchanges became increasingly heated, the debate became an outright conflict.
• The investor whaled his money into the struggling company, desperately trying to save it. His continuous injections of capital helped the company stay afloat. Despite his efforts, the company did not bounce back quickly as it was struggling with more than just a lack of funding, as it was on the brink of bankruptcy. Ultimately, the company was liquidated.
• The comedian whaled with jokes during his act, keeping the audience roaring with laughter. He paced the stage, delivering one punchline after another, making sure that the crowd felt satisfied and never letting his audience come down. The flow of hilarity and humor never ceased. His performance became legendary.