Whistling

Synonyms of whistling

• humming
• whirring
• warbling

Antonyms of whistling

• silence
• muted
• quiet

Collocations of whistling

whistling tune

Frequency: 70 %

He was whistling a catchy tune as he walked down the street.

whistling happily

Frequency: 60 %

She was whistling happily while doing her chores.

whistling a melody

Frequency: 50 %

She was whistling a beautiful melody while cooking dinner.

whistling softly

Frequency: 45 %

The old man was whistling softly to himself as he sat on the park bench.

whistling in the dark

Frequency: 30 %

He was whistling in the dark to keep his spirits up.

Idiomatic Expressions for whistling

• Phrase: whistle past the graveyard
  Meaning: To attempt to stay cheerful or positive in a dangerous or risky situation, often by ignoring the potential dangers.
  Usage: Despite the looming deadline, he continued to whistle past the graveyard and act as if everything was under control.