Definition of whatnext

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Interjection
  • Why, oh why, do the Rangers keep throwing away almost certain victories in the final minutes of playoff games?
    FILIP BONDY, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2017
Interjection
  • But no, this is an actual phrase in the world of medicine, apparently used by obstetricians to inflict emotional harm on pregnant folks over the age of 35.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026
  • And no, that was NOT OutKick or FOX who wrote that stupid headline.
    Zach Dean OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Interjection
  • And hey, there are plenty of July 4 episodes to pre-game, pair with, or distract from your social obligations.
    Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • But, hey, everyone has an off night.
    George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026
Interjection
  • Even those who might play mostly digital recognize the anti-consumer nature of the change, which doesn’t benefit players in the least and is only upside for Sony (well, minus the reputational blow).
    Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • And with significantly more cap space than talent, well … mistakes were made.
    John Hollinger, New York Times, 1 July 2026
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“What.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/what. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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