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as in to bark
to speak sharply or irritably
the shopkeeper finally snapped at one customer who couldn't seem to make up his mind
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as in to photograph
to take a photograph of
be sure to snap everything you see on your vacation, and then you can show us
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as in to change
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
she abruptly snapped alert
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as in clap
a loud explosive sound
the plastic coat hook broke off with a loud snap when he tried to hang the heavy bag on it
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as in photo
a picture created from an image recorded on a light-sensitive surface by a camera
took several snaps of his family for the scrapbook
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as in energy
active strength of body or mind
the team is showing a lot of snap tonight
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as in freeze
a weather condition marked by low temperatures
a prolonged cold snap
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as in shred
a very small amount
I don't care a snap about gossip
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as in breeze
something that is easy to do
this test will be a snap
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as in easy
involving minimal difficulty or effort
a snap course that even an idiot could pass
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as in impromptu
made or done without previous thought or preparation
made a snap decision
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Recent Examples of snap
Hannah Sacks, People.com, 14 Jan. 2025
Hernandez also is happy if Hobart doesn’t score a ton of points for the Chargers (13-7), who snapped a three-game losing streak Saturday with a 50-21 victory at Richards.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
PCMAG, 13 Jan. 2025
But this time, the snap was high, the kick missed badly and the Bengals ending up losing.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 13 Jan. 2025
Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
The Conservative Party, which was kicked out of power after the rival Labour Party ousted it with a near-historic majority following the 2024 snap general election, instead took up the call for an inquiry.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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Birdie gave a big smile as her mom snapped her photo, placing a hand on the couch next to her.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 14 Jan. 2025
Hernandez also is happy if Hobart doesn’t score a ton of points for the Chargers (13-7), who snapped a three-game losing streak Saturday with a 50-21 victory at Richards.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
Noun
Setup is a snap on a Windows device with Bitdefender installed.
—PCMAG, 13 Jan. 2025
But this time, the snap was high, the kick missed badly and the Bengals ending up losing.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
Musk is poised to hold a live X discussion with Alice Weidel, who is running to be chancellor in Germany's snap election on Feb. 23.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
The Conservative Party, which was kicked out of power after the rival Labour Party ousted it with a near-historic majority following the 2024 snap general election, instead took up the call for an inquiry.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snap
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McFadden repeatedly barked to silence Canty, the chief deputy said.Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2025
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Right on cue, Comet, in Section 428, high above the court, barked.Josh Robbins, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Bagel lovers can pre-order for Friday pickups or pop in on Saturdays and Sundays at 8am for loose bagels, 11am for bagel sandwiches. 🍚 Roots Natural Kitchen's third Richmond location opened last weekend in Midlothian in the Winterfield Crossing shopping center.Karri Peifer, Axios, 17 Jan. 2025
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Posting the ground on Rightmove has helped spark plenty of interest among those not used to seeing a sports ground pop up on a website mostly used to buy and sell houses in the United Kingdom.Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
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Kate was photographed speaking with hospital staff and chemotherapy patients during what was described as a surprise visit to the Marsden, where she’s taken on a role as joint patron to promote groundbreaking cancer research and patient wellbeing.Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2025
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The Academy Award winner and singer-songwriter Hunt were photographed mingling among others gathered at the Beverly Hills business as firefighters continue to combat the fires still raging across Los Angeles county, which began on Jan. 7.Tommy McArdle, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
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The market landscape underwent shifts, however, and these changed the demands on Rwazi’s platform.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
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The bottom line, though, is Butler’s thinking hasn’t changed.Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 18 Jan. 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
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Break out three giant claps, a dazzling smile and a deafening scream.Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2024
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Kim and Her Girls Chicago showed off her sweet smile while posing for a photo with her mom and sister.Andrea Wurzburger, People.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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To receive an email notification every time new photo stories are published, sign up here.Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Then factor in your activity level (from sedentary to very active) to estimate your total daily energy expenditure (TDEE)—the calories needed to maintain your current weight.David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
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He is praised for his energy and leadership savvy and coached San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy for four years at Iowa State.Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 18 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, a freeze warning has been issued by the National Weather Service, and a cold front is expected to cause freezing temperatures.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2025
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Volusia and Lake counties have a freeze warning that lasts until 9 a.m. for temperatures at 30-32 degrees, according to NWS Melbourne.Garfield Hylton, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Snap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snap. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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