1
as in skirmish
a physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups
a clash between rival gangs that resulted in some serious injuries
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2
as in rattle
the loud sound made when metal strikes metal
the clash of cymbals
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as in to conflict
to be out of harmony or agreement usually noticeably
the colors of your shirt and pants clash a parent's idea of proper dress often clashes with a teenager's
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Recent Examples of clash
Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Military forces were sent to Maryland, West Virginia and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania after violent clashes between railroad workers and local enforcement, the National Guard and private militias, the Washington D.C.-based research foundation reported.
—Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2025
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon star in this comedy about bridal parties who clash when two weddings are accidentally booked at the same venue on the same day.
—Maxwell Millington, Axios, 30 Jan. 2025
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Noun
This desire to break new ground explains why the world’s inaugural derby clash took place on this very spot back when Queen Victoria was barely two-thirds of the way into her eventual 63-year reign.
—Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Military forces were sent to Maryland, West Virginia and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania after violent clashes between railroad workers and local enforcement, the National Guard and private militias, the Washington D.C.-based research foundation reported.
—Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2025
Verb
The film, adapted from Manik Bandyopadhyay’s celebrated 1936 novel, explores how progress and tradition clash through the eyes of an idealistic physician returning to his roots.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon star in this comedy about bridal parties who clash when two weddings are accidentally booked at the same venue on the same day.
—Maxwell Millington, Axios, 30 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clash
Noun
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He’s been seen in multiple skirmishes with Tampa Bay Buccaneers star Mike Evans as the two players competed during NFC South rivalry games when the cornerback was on the Saints.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
26 Jan. 2025
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North Carolina politics: A skirmish has erupted over a state Supreme Court race in the Tar Heel State more than two months after Democrats narrowly clinched the seat.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
22 Jan. 2025
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The pressurized rattle of a hose spigot warns of imminent disaster.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
17 Jan. 2025
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This includes everything parents could need for their little one, including bottles, a bottle warmer, cribs, rattles, strollers, special tubs, toiletries, and more.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Nov. 2024
Verb
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So, to hear that Grant is this conflicted up until the final moment?—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
27 Jan. 2025
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And the conflicting signals in public opinion will tempt those on both sides to ignore inconvenient poll results and convince themselves that the public’s true views match their own.—
David Leonhardt,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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Her non-exhaustive account of the battle for equal rights in America includes more than one hundred laws, court rulings, murders, assassinations, books, films, protests, and riots.—
Mara Hoberman,
Artforum,
1 Feb. 2025
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With the dual set to start at 7:00 p.m. ET on the Big Ten Network, wrestling fans are in for a battle that could shake up the rankings and set the tone for the postseason.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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In 2010, William proposed to Kate with his late mother's engagement ring.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
Fox News,
29 Jan. 2025
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Kravitz and Channing Tatum ended their engagement in the fall of 2024, confirmed after Kravitz was photographed out and about without her diamond engagement ring.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Outlets updated incorrect news reports on Maravilla The claim came the day after an American Airlines regional jet arriving from Wichita collided with an Army helicopter in Washington, killing all 67 passengers and crew on the two aircraft.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA TODAY,
1 Feb. 2025
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One woman is dead and a child has been hospitalized after a vehicle collided with a curb and a tree in Sacramento’s Natomas area Friday evening.—
Andrew Sheeler,
Sacramento Bee,
1 Feb. 2025
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In making the boldest move in franchise history Saturday night, the Lakers rediscovered their fight, their future and the hearts of their fans.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Feb. 2025
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Two City fans recognised him on a bus, abused him and a fight ensued.—
Andy Mitten,
The Athletic,
2 Feb. 2025
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Outlook Single Double Triple Homer Texas moved quickly to bring in Pederson after trading Nathaniel Lowe, sacrificing a lot of fielding value but maintaining similar left-handed thump for the lineup.—
Tim Britton,
The Athletic,
5 Feb. 2025
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Helman has high-end speed and can play anywhere defensively, along with some right-handed thump.—
Aaron Gleeman,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Clash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clash. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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