1
as in barking
to speak sharply or irritably
the shopkeeper finally snapped at one customer who couldn't seem to make up his mind
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in popping
to break suddenly with an explosive sound
the fragile twig snapped in her hands
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in photographing
to take a photograph of
be sure to snap everything you see on your vacation, and then you can show us
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in changing
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
she abruptly snapped alert
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of snapping
Two batters later, Nathaniel Lowe had an RBI double to right-center, snapping the Reds’ 31-inning scoreless streak against Skenes.
—
ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Videos of Hershey’s chocolate bars bending like rubber instead of snapping clean have taken over TikTok in early 2026 — and the explanation involves more than just a weird batch of candy.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
TikTok videos of Hershey’s chocolate bars bending like rubber instead of snapping clean have racked up views in early 2026.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
Its rumble barreled over crowds gathered at KSC’s press site drowning out cheers, hollers and the clicking sounds of cameras snapping away pictures of the liftoff.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
In March, inflows into BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) jumped back up, snapping a 4-month streak of mostly negligible outflows.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2026
Which, yes, is more expensive and time-consuming than snapping 100 images on your cellphone, but cheaper than instant camera film with arguably better results.
—New Atlas, 1 Apr. 2026
Be cautious of ice accumulating on power lines or tree branches, which can lead to snapping and falling hazards.
—Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
Deep pockets help sheets fit snugly on tall mattresses without stretching out the seams or snapping off the bed corners altogether.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Videos of Hershey’s chocolate bars bending like rubber instead of snapping clean have taken over TikTok in early 2026 — and the explanation involves more than just a weird batch of candy.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
TikTok videos of Hershey’s chocolate bars bending like rubber instead of snapping clean have racked up views in early 2026.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
Its rumble barreled over crowds gathered at KSC’s press site drowning out cheers, hollers and the clicking sounds of cameras snapping away pictures of the liftoff.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
In March, inflows into BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) jumped back up, snapping a 4-month streak of mostly negligible outflows.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2026
Which, yes, is more expensive and time-consuming than snapping 100 images on your cellphone, but cheaper than instant camera film with arguably better results.
—New Atlas, 1 Apr. 2026
Be cautious of ice accumulating on power lines or tree branches, which can lead to snapping and falling hazards.
—Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
Deep pockets help sheets fit snugly on tall mattresses without stretching out the seams or snapping off the bed corners altogether.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snapping
Verb
-
The Yankees went a perfect 5-for-5 with ABS challenges in Monday’s 2-1 walk-off loss to the Mariners, but that didn’t stop Boone and company from barking at home plate umpire Mike Estabrook.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
-
The marsupial escaped from Sunshine Farm in Necedah, a village about 90 miles away from Madison, on March 25, after being frightened by barking dogs, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, part of the USA TODAY Network.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Throughout the day, jot down any worries that are bothering you, particularly the ones that keep popping up.—
Andee Tagle,
NPR,
27 Mar. 2026
-
The Derpy McFlurry, blends creamy vanilla soft serve with berry popping pearls in a wild berry sauce.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
The Emirates have strict laws around photographing evidence of attacks.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
-
The astronauts will spend the day observing and photographing the far side of the moon, parts of which have never been seen by human eyes, and then circle it for a return to Earth.—
Matthew Glasser,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Then the finalists take the stage, delivering inspiring pitches that could earn game-changing funding.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
-
As backyard lifestyles grow more popular and homeowners look for smarter home technologies, expectations around pool care are changing.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Iran has maintained its ability to strike targets in the region and effectively shut down the Strait of Hormuz, snarling the global oil trade.—
Will Weissert,
Twin Cities,
25 Mar. 2026
-
At night, Yusuf goes back to his village, where his family is regularly brutalized by the local authorities, led by the snarling protomillenarian Captain Wingate (played by Robert Aramayo, whom some will recognize as the young actor who scored an upset win at the BAFTAs last month for I Swear).—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
After a decade in which private credit lenders grew rapidly and took over a large share of financing for leveraged buyouts, signs of strain in that sector, along with easing bank rules, may now be shifting the balance.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
-
Trump has also offered shifting war aims and timelines.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
The scene quickly becomes chaotic with shouting on both sides.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
-
What was disturbing were people who sped past a foot away from elderly people, shouting obscenities with faces twisted in hatred.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Several projects at varying stages of approval are under consideration in Yorkville, forming what may one day be a sort of corridor of data center campuses in the northeast quadrant of Eldamain Road and Route 34.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
-
And his parents, Tahira (Sheeba Chaddha) and Parvez (Sajid Hasan), are varying degrees of supportive.—
Mark Meszoros,
Boston Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Snapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snapping. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
