as in clap
a loud explosive sound
awakened by the thunderclap of a large branch falling on the roof
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Recent Examples of thunderclap
The news has been described as a potential 'thunderclap' in French politics, and has triggered outcry from more moderate and leftist camps.
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Frey Lindsay, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
On Friday, calf roping starts at noon and cowboy poetry and country music kick off at 7 p.m. But plan on getting an early start because the firing of the anvil kicks things off with a thunderclap at 5 a.m.
—Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 26 June 2024
Ultra-hot peppers have also been linked to conditions in which arteries in the brain constrict, causing thunderclap headaches and neurological symptoms.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 16 May 2024
Would Holmes' thunderclap insights resonate without that sturdy Watsonian sounding board?
—Ew Staff Updated, EW.com, 6 Mar. 2024
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Frey Lindsay, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
On Friday, calf roping starts at noon and cowboy poetry and country music kick off at 7 p.m. But plan on getting an early start because the firing of the anvil kicks things off with a thunderclap at 5 a.m.
—Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 26 June 2024
Ultra-hot peppers have also been linked to conditions in which arteries in the brain constrict, causing thunderclap headaches and neurological symptoms.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 16 May 2024
Would Holmes' thunderclap insights resonate without that sturdy Watsonian sounding board?
—Ew Staff Updated, EW.com, 6 Mar. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thunderclap
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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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Tips for styling curtain bangs with short hair Investing in a good haircut is the most important step.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2025
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The most successful hedge funds have of course given investors more bang for their buck, despite charging higher than average fees in most cases.—
Hank Tucker,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Other than luxury goods titan and LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault, the group saw their wealth rise over the past 12 months, which Omar Ocampo, researcher at the Institute for Policy Studies, previously told Newsweek reflects the ongoing boom in the tech sector.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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Considered a cultural phenomenon, the movie also played a role in kicking off that era's erotic thriller boom.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
19 Jan. 2025
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The Washington Capitals' blast into elite status has also garnered honors from the White House.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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As a blast of Arctic air hits most of the country, Donald Trump will also be sworn in as president inside the Capitol on Monday because of the frigid conditions.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Jan. 2025
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Now the pop star’s former digs have resurfaced on the market, asking a smidge under $6 million.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
22 Jan. 2025
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The show was neither based on a classic film nor was a traditional jukebox musical built around the songs of a famous pop star or band.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
21 Jan. 2025
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The rocket booster revved up the 33 engines at its base, sending a loud roar across Starbase, the SpaceX launch site near Brownsville, Texas.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN,
17 Jan. 2025
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From the Miami Herald’s archives, here is Michael Crook’s report from March 1989 in Tropic magazine: Donald Trump in Palm Beach: Hitting a roar nerve First published March 19, 1989 The sun has disappeared beyond the middle-class condos of West Palm Beach and the western sky is painted tangerine.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2025
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Neal scored the first points of the second half with a layup over Stewart, but Ball answered with his third triple of the afternoon and Samson Johnson (seven points, three rebounds, five assists) rose up for a two-handed slam over Kalkbrenner, drawing a foul in the process.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
18 Jan. 2025
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Reese lost his main roster debut when he was stopped by Cody Brundage in December 2023 via a nasty slam KO.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police suspect a motorcycle driver was speeding and impaired during a crash that killed two people and injured two others, according to a news release.—
Josh Bergeron,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Jan. 2025
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Now, the gulf left by Khun Vichai’s tragic death in the 2018 helicopter crash has never seemed bigger.—
Rob Tanner,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
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