1
as in skirmish
a physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups
a clash between rival gangs that resulted in some serious injuries
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2
as in rattle
the loud sound made when metal strikes metal
the clash of cymbals
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as in to conflict
to be out of harmony or agreement usually noticeably
the colors of your shirt and pants clash a parent's idea of proper dress often clashes with a teenager's
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Recent Examples of clash
Dyepkazah Shibayan, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
The clash comes less than 24 hours after another clash between demonstrators in Washington Square Park.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 7 Mar. 2026
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026
These modern takes on bright red will still provide warmth and drama to the room without overwhelming the space or clashing with other design elements.
—Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The clashes between the military and the gunmen happened Friday in the Danmusa area of Katsina, the state’s Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs Nasir Mua’zu said in a statement.
—Dyepkazah Shibayan, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
The clash comes less than 24 hours after another clash between demonstrators in Washington Square Park.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
Transparency can clash with business incentives.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026
These modern takes on bright red will still provide warmth and drama to the room without overwhelming the space or clashing with other design elements.
—Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clash
Noun
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The curbs were initially enacted in 2020 after a border skirmish escalated tensions between the world’s two most populous nations.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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The incident occurred during a skirmish between counterprotesters and an anti-Islam protest led by far-right activist Jake Lang outside Gracie Mansion.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
9 Mar. 2026
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The sound of children playing has given way to the rattle of helium balloons clinging to the memorial for 11-year-old QueenEr’Re Reed.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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If your current carry-on rattles, tips, or barely survives a weekend away, consider this your sign.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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They weren't coordinated; in fact, their messages often conflicted.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Fortunately, joy and productivity don’t have to conflict with each other.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Calamia won that battle — and then won first place in the race days later.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Former President Barack Obama is promoting a Democratic effort to redraw congressional lines in Virginia, the latest front in a nationwide redistricting battle ahead of this year's midterm elections.—
MEG KINNARD THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Only 40 guests were invited to the wedding, including John’s cousin Anthony Radziwill (who served as his best man); John’s sister, Caroline Kennedy (Carolyn’s matron of honour), and her husband, Edwin Schlossberg; and their kids, Jack (the ring bearer), Rose and Tatiana (both flower girls).—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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The next thing the victim remembered after the restaurant was waking up completely naked in Steffens’ bed with a bright ring light shining at them and a laptop on the bed, almost like the room was set up for filming, the victim told police.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
6 Mar. 2026
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So in a way the frames from Euphoria will collide with the people walking in the show, so there will be this merging of the two perspectives.—
Luke Leitch,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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More imminently, Krugman wrote war costs could collide with fears of artificial intelligence eradicating jobs—or eventually suffering a reversal in fortunes on the market, taking asset prices and business confidence down with it.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Seizures, fights also reported on calls Most of the 911 calls were made by the camp’s contract medical staff.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Pinkston player Charles Riley (12) and Kimball player Kayden Gray (00) fight to control the ball during a Kimball High School versus Pinkston High School boys basketball playoff game at the Ellis Davis Field House in Dallas, Texas, on Mar 6, 2026.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
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There was a sudden, loud thump, and Bernie Watermolen brought us awake with a yell that was enough to raise the dead.—
Doris DeCleene,
Outdoor Life,
25 Feb. 2026
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Pitchers and catchers report This week, Albernaz gets a glimpse of his pitching staff and catchers, before the thump of an offensive lineup joins the workouts.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Clash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clash. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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