as in conflicting
not being in agreement or harmony
freedom and equality are often a clashing set of ideals
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as in colliding
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 clashing
James Manso, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
Come to think of it, a few especially forceful personalities fueled much of the clashing college curmudgeons economy.
—Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Their clashing and differing personalities prove to be a source of flirtation, which any Capricorn can see by reading between the lines.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The motives driving a revolution might be ideological, clashing ethnic or tribal identities, competition for wealth, or a combination of all these.
—Ian Bremmer, Time, 28 Dec. 2025
Telling the story of the clashing egos and raging idiocy of the fictional Spinal Tap, Reiner both directed and starred as the filmmaker-within-the-film Marty DiBergi.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 15 Dec. 2025
In the countersuit, Range tells a clashing version of events over the departures of ex-CAA employees Jack Whigham, Dave Bugliari, Michael Cooper and Mick Sullivan for the management firm.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 25 Nov. 2025
Hondo must bridge a generational divide, navigate clashing personalities, and turn a squad of outsiders into a team capable of protecting the city and saving the program.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
The reason for the Fed’s tentative steps is its two primary and potentially clashing mandates — maximum sustainable employment and price stability.
—Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
After the shooting, a large crowd quickly formed at the scene, with demonstrators clashing with law enforcement into the early morning hours.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
The last two are horror comedy, crossing into a Friday the 13th, which also happens to be clashing with Valentine’s weekend.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
In videos and photos, Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other federal agents are routinely seen wearing face coverings while conducting operations, making arrests and clashing with protesters.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Police officers clashing with rally participants in Sydney on Monday.
—Reuters, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
Lai’s treatment could turn into another sticking point for the world’s two biggest economies, which are already clashing over a range of issues from trade to Taiwan.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Minneapolis protests picked up steam in January following the deaths of Good and Pretti, who were both clashing with immigration enforcement at the time of their deaths.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Mahan has not shied away from clashing with Newsom.
—Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Sarah Staudinger’s latest collection for Staud had a distinct nod to the era through new slip dressing; clashing, playful prints; unexpected color pairings on simple knits and sportif layers, and minimalist outerwear.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
Come to think of it, a few especially forceful personalities fueled much of the clashing college curmudgeons economy.
—Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Their clashing and differing personalities prove to be a source of flirtation, which any Capricorn can see by reading between the lines.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The motives driving a revolution might be ideological, clashing ethnic or tribal identities, competition for wealth, or a combination of all these.
—Ian Bremmer, Time, 28 Dec. 2025
Telling the story of the clashing egos and raging idiocy of the fictional Spinal Tap, Reiner both directed and starred as the filmmaker-within-the-film Marty DiBergi.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 15 Dec. 2025
In the countersuit, Range tells a clashing version of events over the departures of ex-CAA employees Jack Whigham, Dave Bugliari, Michael Cooper and Mick Sullivan for the management firm.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 25 Nov. 2025
Hondo must bridge a generational divide, navigate clashing personalities, and turn a squad of outsiders into a team capable of protecting the city and saving the program.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
The reason for the Fed’s tentative steps is its two primary and potentially clashing mandates — maximum sustainable employment and price stability.
—Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Verb
Another common misstep is ignoring undertones, which can result in clashing colors that disrupt the overall harmony of your exterior.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
After the shooting, a large crowd quickly formed at the scene, with demonstrators clashing with law enforcement into the early morning hours.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
The last two are horror comedy, crossing into a Friday the 13th, which also happens to be clashing with Valentine’s weekend.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
In videos and photos, Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other federal agents are routinely seen wearing face coverings while conducting operations, making arrests and clashing with protesters.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Police officers clashing with rally participants in Sydney on Monday.
—Reuters, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
Lai’s treatment could turn into another sticking point for the world’s two biggest economies, which are already clashing over a range of issues from trade to Taiwan.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Minneapolis protests picked up steam in January following the deaths of Good and Pretti, who were both clashing with immigration enforcement at the time of their deaths.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Mahan has not shied away from clashing with Newsom.
—Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clashing
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Antigovernment demonstrations intensify in Iran as mourners hold 40-day memorial ceremonies, while international observers report conflicting death tolls and warn of death sentences for detainees.—
Jon Gambrell,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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The pair ran into difficulties while trying to reach the summit but there were conflicting accounts in court regarding the defendant’s attempts to seek assistance.—
Stephanie Halasz,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Colorado is heading into a rare week where fire danger, damaging winds and winter storms are all colliding, creating hazards across nearly every part of the state at different times.—
Callie Zanandrie,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Feb. 2026
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But the Texans don’t have much incentive to trade Mills after Stroud’s inconsistent play during the playoffs (passing for 462 yards, two touchdowns and five interceptions over two games).—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
21 Feb. 2026
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May Improve Attention Some studies have found metabolic and cognitive benefits to walking in the morning, but research is inconsistent on whether this is unique to time of day.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Clashing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clashing. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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