whammy (Meaning)

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whammy (n)

a serious or devastating setback

an evil spell

FAQs About the word whammy

a serious or devastating setback, an evil spell

spell, curse, enchantment,incantation, sorcery, hex, charm, glamor, invocation, magic

fetish, amulet, talisman,charm, charm, amulet, talisman, fetish,fetich, fetich

The unexpected news hit her like a whammy, leaving her stunned and speechless.

The opposing team's relentless attack was like a whammy, gradually chipping away at our lead.

The failed exam came as a whammy, casting a shadow over his summer plans.

The realization that he had lost his job was a whammy that sent him spiraling into despair.