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
  • Oh no, Armand’s got his spindly roots in the band!
    Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 29 June 2026
  • Zay, David Veleta and David Ziegner supported the increase, while commissioner Bob Deig voted no.
    Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 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 6 Jul. 2026.

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