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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1
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
Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 11 Sep. 2025
While initially speaking to reporters at the scene, MCSO spokesperson John Plock didn't confirm that the body found was that of the missing hiker, according to a clip shared by Fox 12 Oregon on Instagram.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 29 Aug. 2025
The result is that Calafiori, who has rolled infield from left-back to an inverted position, has a lovely area to clip a ball into for Gyokeres to chase.
—Stuart James, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Laxizar Hair Claw Clips A common fashion staple among many teen groups today (including my own teen and her 9-year-old sister) is hair claw clips.
—Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 11 Sep. 2025
While initially speaking to reporters at the scene, MCSO spokesperson John Plock didn't confirm that the body found was that of the missing hiker, according to a clip shared by Fox 12 Oregon on Instagram.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
Beal showed me how to clip onto the zip line, then slid across with ease.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 29 Aug. 2025
The result is that Calafiori, who has rolled infield from left-back to an inverted position, has a lovely area to clip a ball into for Gyokeres to chase.
—Stuart James, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clip
Noun
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Rodgers took four sacks and three other hits, including multiple heavy blows.—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Councilman Edwin Peacock called the incident a blow to public trust and urged both Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) and police to reassess security measures.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Last week, the Congressional Budget Office estimated that tariffs would shave trillions of dollars off the federal budget deficit.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
29 Aug. 2025
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Per a Vogue cover story earlier this month, the actress’ head was shaved in real time during a scene in the movie.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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When the financial crisis hit in 2008, Mindy Fitzpatrick considered selling her family’s 6-acre wooded lot on Friendly Road.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Sticker shock, though, is expected to hit when consumers shop for 2026 model year cars and trucks as more of those vehicles arrive at dealer lots, according to Cox Automotive.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Tesla’s Supercharger network bills drivers directly, no card swipe or app needed.—
Hans Kristian Aas,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Intuitive pinch and swipe controls make volume tweaks and call handling effortless, while real-time translation support turns them into a pocket-friendly travel tool.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Initially lined up outside, Chiefs defensive end Chris Jones quickly cut inside to beat the right tackle.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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On the northeast of the fire, by Sugar Pine Mountain, crews worked in steep, inaccessible terrain to bring containment lines into the natural rock bluff, trying to cut the fire off south of the Wishon Reservoir for the protection of the critical hydroelectric infrastructure.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After McNeil refused to get out of his car, Bowers smashed the driver’s side window, punched McNeil in the head and pulled him out of the SUV.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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But the biggest red flag comes in the first episode when Laura sees Cherry punch a guy on the street shortly after their first family dinner in London.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And the thump, thump, thumping of her brother’s hands pounding a heavy bag.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
30 Aug. 2025
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Collins brings some thump to the four spot at no cost after next season.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
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Undeterred, Rodgers connected on a five-yard touchdown pass to Jaylen Warren to trim the deficit to 26-24.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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For his efforts, which also included spending more than $7,000 to trim trees and cut down two redwoods and a fir, he was rewarded with a certificate from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety that persuaded his insurer to maintain his coverage.—
Ethan Baron,
Mercury News,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Clip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clip. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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