Thesaurus results for CLANG

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noun

Definition of clang

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the loud sound made when metal strikes metal the horseshoe hit the stake with a satisfying clang

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Recent Examples of clang

Noun

In a video that has since gone viral, Strelow's teammates are seen clapping when a clang can be heard. — Juliana Kim, NPR, 12 Feb. 2026 Isabel, sitting in a driving-range stall, is nearly hit with a ball when a clumsy golfer clangs it off a metal railing. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 4 Feb. 2026

Verb

Payton went up for a putback dunk but his attempt clanged off the rim. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026 Don’t let your knives clang around in storage. — Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for clang

Recent Examples of Synonyms for clang

Noun

Though Bridges’ clank to conclude the evening was hardly the reason for the defeat, the possession was exemplary of a rare issue for New York, one of the league’s cleverest and most unselfish squads.

— Fred Katz, New York Times, 10 June 2026
Instead, Wembanyama delivered a clank.

— Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026

Definition of clank

Noun

Leadership disruptions can distract management, rattle employees, concern investors, and create reputational challenges for organizations.

— Edward Segal, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
The slightest details, or the smallest bits of structure, are what stick out—what can feel like an amorphous ooze of nothingness suddenly snaps into place thanks to a rhythmic rattle or jagged vocal sample.

— Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 6 July 2026

Definition of rattle

Verb

The smell of sterile floors, gowns, instruments on clinking metal trays.

— Rebekah Taussig, Time, 7 July 2026
The central lobby space is a social scene abuzz with people enjoying formal afternoon tea, clinking glasses at the Champagne bar (rotating themes and partnerships add variety for locals) or tucking into meals at the dining room.

— Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026