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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
Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 27 Sep. 2025
The designers posed just a beat or two longer during their customary bow, and Streep and Tucci were whisked to the backstage area as the real-life fashion crowd jumped on the empty runway to snap photos of the moment in fashion history.
—CNN Money, 27 Sep. 2025
Luca Evans, Denver Post, 26 Sep. 2025
Now, he’s expected to see the first snaps of his NFL career.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Sep. 2025
The side panels may use identical filters and sheet metal, but the right side has one less snap than the left.
—Thomas Soderstrom, PC Magazine, 21 Sep. 2025
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Verb
The photo, seemingly snapped mid-shoot, shows Sweeney standing in front of a massive mirror, in nothing but a blue denim jacket and a pair of jeans.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 27 Sep. 2025
The designers posed just a beat or two longer during their customary bow, and Streep and Tucci were whisked to the backstage area as the real-life fashion crowd jumped on the empty runway to snap photos of the moment in fashion history.
—CNN Money, 27 Sep. 2025
Noun
In the two games he’s played, though, Engram’s been on the field less than half of Denver’s offensive snaps — and coach Sean Payton made clear last week that injuries hadn’t played a factor in his on-field role.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 26 Sep. 2025
Now, he’s expected to see the first snaps of his NFL career.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Airy is a collection of breathable basics designed for layering and featuring oversize tops, tanks and T-shirts, jackets and sweatpants with snap closures on the side.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Sep. 2025
The side panels may use identical filters and sheet metal, but the right side has one less snap than the left.
—Thomas Soderstrom, PC Magazine, 21 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snap
Verb
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New research into Rembrandt van Rijn’s 1642 masterpiece suggests that this barking dog was inspired by the title page of a widely available book on the temptations of the flesh, illustrated by the Dutch artist, poet and publisher Adriaen van de Venne.—
Senay Boztas,
CNN Money,
25 Sep. 2025
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While barking and wagging her tail can signal excitement or protective instincts, the UKC also notes that the breed may display some level of dog aggression and, given its powerful physique, requires careful socialization and consistent obedience training.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Seider popped early in his career, making Detroit’s roster as a 20-year-old and showing a mix of offensive production, defensive tools that outran some dodgy five-on-five results and a rare-for-its-time mean streak.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Memorials began popping up all over the country.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That look was immortalized when he was photographed at Blitz with designer David Holah who, along with Stevie Stewart, made up the groovy (and now hugely collectible) fashion label BodyMap.—
Mark Holgate,
Vogue,
25 Sep. 2025
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The video then cuts to Charlotte, 10, during a variety of royal engagements where she was prolifically photographed.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Owens argues the name change is currently cosmetic and is just costing a lot of money to change some signs.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Sep. 2025
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Haaland’s opening goal in the ninth minute changed the game-state but City defended deeper for spells against Manchester United, too, which suggests a more concerted evolution in style.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Derek Hough responded with a single slow clap—his signature nod of approval.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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After the group clap, the session begins.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Investigators believe the suspect also deliberately set fire to the church, which appeared engulfed in flames in photos and videos shared on social media.—
Joe Hernandez,
NPR,
29 Sep. 2025
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Nightly entertainment, including magic shows and live music, brings energy to the evenings.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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Rebecca Hall plays Rosenkrantz and Ben Whishaw plays Hujar, who offers a detailed account of his previous day’s activity, involving such idiosyncratic eminences as Susan Sontag and Allen Ginsberg—and the sorts of gamesmanship and intimate tensions that ensnare and frustrate artistic energies.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
26 Sep. 2025
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Property tax debacle White contends that he’s been unfairly scapegoated for county disputes including over federal funding allocations, residential and commercial property valuations and the 2025 budget freeze.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
27 Sep. 2025
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In March, Ali ruled that the administration’s funding freeze likely violated both the Constitution and federal law.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Snap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snap. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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