as in rattle
the loud sound made when metal strikes metal
the car is making a funny clank, and this can't be good
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Recent Examples of clank
Andrew Lawler, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
Among its many innovations was its unconventional score, an abstract suite of bone-chilling scrapes, metallic clanks, ominous drones and mysterious stingers.
—The Learning Network, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2025
Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 15 May 2025
The rebel leader played by Forest Whitaker in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (the inspiration for Andor and the narrative point the series is working toward) is introduced as more machine than man: clanking metal legs, an oxygen mask, and a wild look in his eye that suggests paranoia and menace.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The blustery winds muffled the clank of wheels and thud of hooves.
—Andrew Lawler, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
Among its many innovations was its unconventional score, an abstract suite of bone-chilling scrapes, metallic clanks, ominous drones and mysterious stingers.
—The Learning Network, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2025
Verb
That number did not include Michaela Cava’s wrist shot that clanked off the goalpost with less than 30 seconds left in the opening period.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 15 May 2025
The rebel leader played by Forest Whitaker in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (the inspiration for Andor and the narrative point the series is working toward) is introduced as more machine than man: clanking metal legs, an oxygen mask, and a wild look in his eye that suggests paranoia and menace.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clank
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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Also, as a southerner, this brings me right back to my childhood, hearing the way the ice cubes clink against the glass or pitcher of iced tea.—
Carrie Honaker,
Southern Living,
21 May 2025
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After more than two centuries clinking in pockets, lining dusty piggy banks and being flung into fountains along with a wish, the U.S. penny is preparing for retirement.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Noun
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The constant clang of metal and the screech of drills suggest the sort of work underway at a warehouse-turned-workshop in this Ukrainian city about 300 kilometers (180 miles) east of Kyiv.—
Dominique Soguel,
Christian Science Monitor,
17 June 2025
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As church bells clang, worshippers fill the sanctuary of San Lorenzo.—
Erika Page,
Christian Science Monitor,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The young Jedi rushed down the stairs, leaping down two at a time, becoming increasingly certain that something was chasing her, its sharp claws clacking behind her at exactly the same moments as her own footsteps.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
29 May 2025
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Her feet clacked along the family's tile flooring, instead of the rough terrain outdoors, which would have helped keep her nails short.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
28 Apr. 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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Late in the first half, Giuliano Simeone seemed to draw a penalty as Sounders homegrown left back Reed Baker-Whiting clattered into his side and pulled him to ground.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Its perils are represented by skeletons clattering behind the migrant, one cupping an hourglass just over his shoulder.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 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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Mahomes stores the real ones — his three Super Bowl rings — on top.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
Verb
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Essentially, the Red Sox fans were chirping the Yankees fans about giving Narvaez away, while the Yankees fans argued that Wells is actually better and that New York made the right choice.—
Mac Cerullo,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2025
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All around this verdant peninsula on Italy’s Tuscan coast, the swifts chirped ecstatically, as if broadcasting the news: Breakfast cakes are warm!—
Ashley Baker,
Air Mail,
14 June 2025
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“Clank.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clank. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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