The phrasal verb "whisk out" is predominantly used in informal speech, often evoking imagery of swift, effortless movements or actions. It combines the action of 'whisking,' suggesting speed or lightness, with 'out,' indicating removal or relocation from a space or situation. This phrase is commonly used in contexts where something is quickly taken away, often unexpectedly or smoothly, such as whisking someone out of a crowded room or whisking an object out of a container. It conveys a sense of urgency or efficiency and is less likely to be found in formal writing where more precise or specific verbs might be chosen. Its use may also convey a sense of care or precision, depending on the context, though it typically remains a playful or casual descriptor of motion or action.
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1. To quickly remove someone or something from a certain place, often in a secretive or hurried manner.
The teacher whisked out the cheating student before anyone noticed.
She whisked the cake out of the oven just in time to prevent it from burning.