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
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
Head-turning ginger blonde curls are stunning on their own, but add some wispy bangs for a softer look.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Bill Conway, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
As the sun sank, neighbors began banging spoons on metal pots from inside their homes, the subtle but unmistakable clank of government protests.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Bang & Olufsen is celebrating its 100 birthday with, well, a bang.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
Head-turning ginger blonde curls are stunning on their own, but add some wispy bangs for a softer look.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
Many of us at City Hall also have been banging our heads against the wall about it, but the situation is more grim than most Chicagoans realize.
—Bill Conway, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
As the sun sank, neighbors began banging spoons on metal pots from inside their homes, the subtle but unmistakable clank of government protests.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bang
Adverb
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The Royal Bahamas Police Force did not immediately release the man's name, citing the organization's policy, but his attorney, Terrel Butler, identified him to CBS News as Brian Hooker.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The state senate passed Weiner’s bill 30-10, above the threshold legislation needs to be fast-tracked into law immediately after the governor signs it, in late January.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Trump’s handling of his war on Iran—attacking without consultation, expecting unwavering support, forcing higher prices on others—has dealt another blow to these relationships.—
Idrees Kahloon,
The Atlantic,
5 Apr. 2026
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Southeast Asian officials said such an outcome would deal a significant blow to US credibility in keeping sea lanes open.—
Gerry Doyle,
Fortune,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Slow golf clap for Peking One getting the total violations down to 66 for Tuesday’s re-inspection.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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At one point, Woods tightly shuts his eyes while having to stack his fists, clap, and count.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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First, a reaction kick save on Maddie Mercado, then another solid stop to deny Emeri Adames on the counterattack.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
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Alongside the spinner, the Mars Mission set also contains a huge crane that drops supplies, a small base that must be protected from asteroid strikes by building an energy shield, and a Mars rover that can clear debris with a satisfying kick.—
Ian Stokes,
Space.com,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific recently bumped fuel surcharges by roughly 34% across all routes, while Air India on Monday added up to $280 in fees to some flights.—
Rio Yamat,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Craft Sake Shoten is an intimate, unpretentious place to deepen your sake knowledge while bumping shoulders with incredibly friendly locals.—
Kim Kay,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Devil Wears Prada 2 is expected to hit theaters on May 1.—
Joyann Jeffrey,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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But Edwards hit a 3-pointer a few seconds later to push the lead to 135-128 and send the home fans streaming toward the exits.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The crash happened Monday along Highway 65 in Franklin County, where officials say the vehicle left the roadway, crossed into the opposite lane and slammed into a tree line before catching fire.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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When Daisy slams the bedroom door in frustration, June can’t help but smile at the cliched rebellion.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Dollander entered the game in the third inning and promptly struck out dangerous hitters Trea Turner and Kyle Schwarber.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
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Woods then jumped into his Cadillac Escalade and promptly ran over a fire hydrant and crashed into a neighbor’s tree.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Bang.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bang. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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