as in immediately
without delay
the reform movement was just beginning when it bang ran into opposition
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as in blow
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
delivered a sharp bang that rattled the door
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as in clap
a loud explosive sound
a sudden bang made the cat jump
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as in kick
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
tried to get the most bang for her money at the attractions at the county fair
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as in to bump
to come into usually forceful contact with something
the toy car banged into the wall and stopped
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as in to hit
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
idly banged trees with a stick
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Recent Examples of bang
Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 Feb. 2025
Dramatic videos of the explosion in the city of Taichung, on the island’s west coast, showed debris and large panels of a building’s exterior blown out as a loud bang is heard.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 13 Feb. 2025
Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 27 Jan. 2025
The big picture: It's been years now, but employers are still banging the drum on return to office.
—Alex Golden, Axios, 24 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The film has all the bangs and crashes that Marvel uses to promote its big-ticket brands.
—Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 Feb. 2025
Dramatic videos of the explosion in the city of Taichung, on the island’s west coast, showed debris and large panels of a building’s exterior blown out as a loud bang is heard.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 13 Feb. 2025
Verb
Several times during our interview, one of us had to speak up to be heard over the clanging of this or banging of that.
—Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 27 Jan. 2025
The big picture: It's been years now, but employers are still banging the drum on return to office.
—Alex Golden, Axios, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bang
Adverb
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Neither official, however, is leaving politics immediately.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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Angus and Queensland's Department of Justice didn't immediately respond when contacted by PEOPLE for comment.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Spanish soccer giant Real Madrid announced a huge KO injury blow which Cope - citing anonymous sources - expects to sideline the first team starting player in question for around two months.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Things would inevitably come to blows between them and Deadpool's healing factor would frustrate Matt to no end.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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After the full-time whistle on Sunday, Ruben Amorim and his players applauded the travelling fans and, in return, there were claps and a song about loving United.—
Laurie Whitwell,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
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Chef Yuu Shimano steps forward and welcomes the 18 diners seated at the counter to his restaurant, and with a clap of his hands, the team members scramble to their positions for the show to begin.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Pereira let his opponent, Khalil Rountree Jr, tire himself out in the early going of the fight while simultaneously slowing him with powerful kicks to Rountree's lead leg.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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These delicious ones simmer in a mixture of grape jelly, barbecue sauce, and chili sauce for kick of heat.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
23 Feb. 2025
Verb
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This, plus the fact that good starting left tackles are difficult to find, bumps Stanley’s rank here in a thin free-agency class. Stats Sacks allowed 3 Penalties 12 Press.—
Vic Tafur,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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In theaters now Showtimes Suits LA Suits experienced the Netflix bump two years ago, so naturally, a spinoff was ordered.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
22 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Xiaomi’s shares, which are listed in Hong Kong, hit a record high this week.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2025
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The 26-year-old Maleficent star was one of the first to hit the carpet, floating in a white gown that was chosen after a hands-on fitting with Burton, 51, herself.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Councilmember Monica Rodriguez, whose northeast San Fernando Valley district has experienced major hillside fires in recent years, also slammed Bass’ decision.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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Though he was limited to just 1:55 of ice time in the Americans’ 2-1 loss to Sweden on Feb. 17 after slamming hard into the goal post during first-period action, Tkachuk was the Americans’ most impactful player in the tournament, from start to finish.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Ensure that all firmware and security updates are installed promptly to close potential security gaps.—
Alex Vakulov,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Hackman took them to a shelter where they were promptly named after the actor and his costar Keanu Reeves, according to The Baltimore Sun.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Bang.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bang. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.
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