as in blow
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
an unexpectedly low branch dealt him a clip to the head
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as in to shave
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
a mother who's sad to see her little boy's curls clipped for the first time
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as in to hit
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
the pitch clipped the batter's helmet with enough force to knock it clean off his head
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Recent Examples of clip
Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025
The doc will, too, highlight archival clips from the drag queen’s time on their two varying seasons, plus the slew of other projects Viv took part in with WOW.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2025
Paul Ridden
july 29, New Atlas, 29 July 2025
Seven people were taken to the hospital after a small plane clipped a car before crashing into a sidewalk in Florida Monday evening, a spokesperson for the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR) said in a statement emailed to Newsweek Monday night.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
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Noun
When Vance left the Capitol, Indiana State Police officers shut the doors of the shacks, Kelly tweeted, though some reporters captured short video clips of Vance leaving.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025
The doc will, too, highlight archival clips from the drag queen’s time on their two varying seasons, plus the slew of other projects Viv took part in with WOW.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2025
Verb
This will restrict motor assistance to 8 mph and clip available PAS levels to three, allowing new e-trike riders to build confidence, with Velotric promising smoother starts, easier handling, and less chance of suffering a wobble.
—Paul Ridden
july 29, New Atlas, 29 July 2025
Seven people were taken to the hospital after a small plane clipped a car before crashing into a sidewalk in Florida Monday evening, a spokesperson for the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR) said in a statement emailed to Newsweek Monday night.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clip
Noun
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The Postal Savings Bank, established in 1911, softened the blow of the Great Depression for millions, before being killed by the big banks in 1967.—
Mark Dimondstein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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The decline threatens to push record beef prices even higher, with tariffs limiting importers’ ability to soften the blow.—
Boston Herald Wire Services,
Boston Herald,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Bypassing the extensive zoning and civil engineering foundational work required for new structures can shave off months, if not years, from the overall project timeline.—
Dr. Dick Bridy,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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There is no law against eating, reading, adjusting the radio or shaving your body while driving.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Moncada can’t hit from the right side, so as soon as a lefty came in from the bullpen, Moore replaced Moncada.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
17 Aug. 2025
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Obeid said his own home was hit and demolished by a bombing just one week into the conflict.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
17 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Over the last year, the feud between Silicon Valley heavyweights Sam Altman and Elon Musk has devolved into personal attacks, social media swipes, and lawsuits.—
John Hyatt,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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See how the device detects thumb swipes, finger taps, and handwriting gestures.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The clubs were only half-listening, though, and having cut the top division from 22 teams to 20, decided to stop there.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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But analysis by the Congressional Budget Office shows that raising the age to 69 - up from the current 67 - could cut lifetime benefits by up to 13 percent for anyone born after 1971.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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California Governor Gavin Newsom is punching back at President Donald Trump — in memes and capital letters.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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Miami’s first offensive drive of the Bears game was spoiled because of the team’s inability to punch the ball into the end zone on four goal line runs.—
Omar Kelly
August 15,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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Though the latter can play third base, both are primarily generating interest, however much might be out there, for their ability to add some thump to a contending team's lineup.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 July 2025
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The wolf was quite literally at the door of the blue house on Highway 49 in Sierra County, tearing apart an elk on the front porch as the college-age son of the owner sat alone inside, listening to the thumps and snarls and hoping the latch was secure.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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To see if your rose bush is dying or just dormant, trim a cane that looks dead and cut away some of the bark.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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In the case of the plastic eel, trim the tail to a slim taper.—
Anthony A. Ciuffa,
Outdoor Life,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Clip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clip. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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