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as in noise
loud, confused, and usually inharmonious sound
the clangor of pots and pans coming from the kitchen as the cooks threw together an impromptu meal
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as in clash
the loud sound made when metal strikes metal
the clangor of a battle in the Middle Ages, as steel hit against steel a thousand times
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Recent Examples of clangor
Justin Davidson, Curbed, 11 Oct. 2021
The clangor of the factory bell on the mill’s roof sends a bird into flight, signaling the start of another 10- to 12-hour workday for all four women.
—Helen A. Cooper, WSJ, 10 June 2022
Not the clangor of blades, nor a rousing drumbeat and song to keep our hearts aloft.
—Jess Grey, Wired, 16 Oct. 2021
In France, the nonprofit Bruitparif estimated in a 2019 report that the clangor of roads, trains and planes reduced the lifespan of some residents of the Paris region by three years.
—Benoit Morenne, WSJ, 12 Mar. 2021
In its place is a quiet that can allow us once again to think, communicate, solve problems and look ahead without having to first drown out the clangor.
—Brian Stelter, CNN, 25 Nov. 2020
The trio blasted through the scherzo, a quintessential Ivesian clangor that mashes together a whole sheaf of folk tunes and hymns.
—Zoë Madonna, BostonGlobe.com, 3 July 2019
Smith got to walk heroically through the throng gathered at Independence Hall, ring the Bell to trigger the great national clangor, and be interviewed for the many stories the government’s war propaganda office set up.
—Stephen Fried, Smithsonian, 29 Apr. 2017
Noun
In the old hall, the orchestra was constricted by a low-ceilinged box that sent reflections pinging around the musicians, assaulting them with their own clangor.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 11 Oct. 2021
The clangor of the factory bell on the mill’s roof sends a bird into flight, signaling the start of another 10- to 12-hour workday for all four women.
—Helen A. Cooper, WSJ, 10 June 2022
Not the clangor of blades, nor a rousing drumbeat and song to keep our hearts aloft.
—Jess Grey, Wired, 16 Oct. 2021
In France, the nonprofit Bruitparif estimated in a 2019 report that the clangor of roads, trains and planes reduced the lifespan of some residents of the Paris region by three years.
—Benoit Morenne, WSJ, 12 Mar. 2021
In its place is a quiet that can allow us once again to think, communicate, solve problems and look ahead without having to first drown out the clangor.
—Brian Stelter, CNN, 25 Nov. 2020
The trio blasted through the scherzo, a quintessential Ivesian clangor that mashes together a whole sheaf of folk tunes and hymns.
—Zoë Madonna, BostonGlobe.com, 3 July 2019
Smith got to walk heroically through the throng gathered at Independence Hall, ring the Bell to trigger the great national clangor, and be interviewed for the many stories the government’s war propaganda office set up.
—Stephen Fried, Smithsonian, 29 Apr. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clangor
Noun
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Walden injected a bit of noise into his playing style with the group, citing guitarists J Mascis, Thurston Moore, and Jimi Hendrix as influences.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
23 June 2025
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Yufei Long, who hails from Shenzhen, China and came to the US to play top-level Tennis, also made some noise here, qualifying and then taking out No. 21 Blatt and No. 14 Schaefer before stretching No.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
Noun
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India, the fanatical cricket country, against England, the founding fathers of the game, will be a clash of styles.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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The clash between the two drivers was likely carried forward from the previous race in Detroit, where McLaughlin crashed into Siegel from behind, causing him to get knocked out of the race.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
Verb
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In time, Ian started laughing at other things too: stories Eve made up about a cantankerous Russian named Boris, the word debris, pots clanging, keys jangling.—
Sarah Zhang,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2025
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Next came a series of crashes and bangs, pots clanging and a thwacking sound like a broom hitting the floor.—
Suleika Jaouad,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Dino up for sale is a 246 GTS variant with a removable roof panel for when the sun is out and the driver wants to really hear the roar of its engine.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
24 June 2025
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Advertisement Read more: How Netanyahu Pushed Trump Toward War That day, a shepherd posted cell phone footage of an Israeli C-130 low in the sky over Syria, sheep bells clanking over the roar of the engines.—
Karl Vick,
Time,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Alternative investments are gaining traction among financial advisors who are seeking diversification just as rising geopolitical tensions and shaky tariff policy rattle stocks.—
Darla Mercado, CFP®,
CNBC,
18 June 2025
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Stocks around the world have declined as Trump’s tariffs rattle markets.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In this instance, Jaden McDaniels’ attempt clanked off the iron as part of a slow start that ultimately doomed Minnesota.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2025
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Haliburton’s shot clanked off of the back of the rim and into the air, only to go through the net.—
Peter Sblendorio,
Hartford Courant,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Based on all the chatter coming out of camp, Wilson already seems to be having a positive influence on the Giants.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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There was a lot of chatter about the government replenishing local government consumer subsidy funds after strong demand, which led to depletion in several cities.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Look for rattan napkin rings, bread baskets, and drinking glass holders at thrift shops for additional charm.—
Catherine Hong,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 June 2025
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Perkins is seeking to unseat Morrissey after throwing her hat in the political ring for a post that voters will not decide until November 2026.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
20 June 2025
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“Clangor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clangor. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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