as in blow
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
delivered a sharp chop to his opponent's neck
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Recent Examples of chop
Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 9 May 2025
In a market starved for clarity, her strategy is refreshingly direct: chop wood, carry water, make bold moves.
—Nicole Casperson, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 29 Apr. 2025
New Orleans, after years of uncertainty, gets out of the Williamson business and moves on with a Strength in Numbers approach bolstered by Vassell’s offense chops and Sochan’s defense, adding to its young core of Trey Murphy III, Herb Jones, Yves Missi and the returning Dejounte Murray.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Verb
Flowers are violet in color and can be used as garnishes, while leaves can be chopped and served as pungent seasoning in the manner of scallions and garlic greens.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 9 May 2025
In a market starved for clarity, her strategy is refreshingly direct: chop wood, carry water, make bold moves.
—Nicole Casperson, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Noun
Drake is always willing to pull out his acting chops when necessary.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 29 Apr. 2025
New Orleans, after years of uncertainty, gets out of the Williamson business and moves on with a Strength in Numbers approach bolstered by Vassell’s offense chops and Sochan’s defense, adding to its young core of Trey Murphy III, Herb Jones, Yves Missi and the returning Dejounte Murray.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chop
Verb
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Vega walked in another run as the Utes sliced the lead to 5-2 with one out.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 May 2025
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Following a one-out walk of Carson Kelly, Walker allowed an RBI single to Justin Turner that sliced San Francisco’s lead to 5-4.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
7 May 2025
Noun
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President Donald Trump has failed to make Ed Martin the permanent U.S. prosecutor for the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., in what is a blow to his administration's goals.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The endorsement is also a blow to former Ohio State University football coach and Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel, who was considering entering the gubernatorial race, as well as Attorney General Dave Yost, who is running to succeed DeWine.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
9 May 2025
Verb
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The Writers Guild of America East did not mince its words when addressing the news that Vox Media had sold video game website Polygon, reportedly resulting in mass layoffs.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
2 May 2025
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The 81-year-old acting legend didn't mince words when asked about his daughter's recent announcement.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
1 May 2025
Noun
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The Megapacks, according to PG&E, stand on 33 concrete slaps at the Elkhorn facility.—
Hailey Branson-Potts,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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In a repressive society where kissing means death and currency is measured in slaps, an unhappy woman’s growing bond with a salesgirl sparks desire, jealousy, and dangerous consequences.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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While Florida has gotten here by leaning on Clayton to carry the scoring load, the fact that Gonzaga's Ryan Nembhard (11 assists) and Purdue's Braden Smith (15 assists) both diced Houston up as passers makes 4 or more seem like a manageable number for Clayton, whose season average is 4.1 apg.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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Hace tiempo que se les dice a los gerentes que los comentarios son fundamentales para el éxito de la organización.—
Rachel Pacheco,
Harvard Business Review,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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My heart thumps, in sync with the pitter-patter of feet on the ground.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Outlook Single Double Triple Homer Texas moved quickly to bring in Pederson after trading Nathaniel Lowe, sacrificing a lot of fielding value but maintaining similar left-handed thump for the lineup.—
Tim Britton,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
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To reduce the risk of sticking or sacrificing any of your fish to the flames, rub the grill grates generously and preheat the grill well in advance.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2025
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Over the years, the growing American community has developed a reputation for public rowdiness, which grates in the context of Italy’s reserved drinking culture.—
John Last,
Christian Science Monitor,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Stolarz remembered the run Greig took at him in Game 1 and gave him multiple whacks with his stick before hammering Greig with his shoulder.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Then, Lamm said, Debbie Martin would administer three to five whacks using a thick leather paddle.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Chop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chop. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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