as in punches
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 shaves
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 hits
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 clips
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Sep. 2025
It’s constructed from 100 percent silicone and features slotted holes and stainless steel clips that easily attach to any pot, pan, or skillet.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
Though videos can't be displayed in the same way, having children watch clips of themselves in the family home could have a similar effect.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Camila Paris French Hair Clip Being on the boat each day means lots of wind, so my grandmother is packing these clips to keep her hair out of her face.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
Tech companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and Nvidia have used these datasets to develop generative video tools that can churn out custom clips, raising unresolved legal questions about copyright and fair use.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
The shooting, captured in graphic detail in video clips that rapidly spread around the internet, sparked fear and panic among the some 3,000 attendees, prompting the school to evacuate the campus and close down as authorities investigate.
—Will Carless, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
My standout favorite is the Duet Saffiano Leather Small Crossbody, which comes with an extra pouch that clips onto the main bag.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2025
Premiering at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, BRATS offers an intimate look at the group's cultural impact in films such as The Breakfast Club (1985), Back to the Future (1985) and Pretty in Pink (1986), as well as behind-the-scenes footage and promotional clips.
—Hannah Kerns, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
The latter happens when a ball clips the net before dropping in play.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2019
Noun
TikTok prohibits gory, gruesome or extremely violent clips.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Sep. 2025
It’s constructed from 100 percent silicone and features slotted holes and stainless steel clips that easily attach to any pot, pan, or skillet.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
Though videos can't be displayed in the same way, having children watch clips of themselves in the family home could have a similar effect.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Camila Paris French Hair Clip Being on the boat each day means lots of wind, so my grandmother is packing these clips to keep her hair out of her face.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
Tech companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and Nvidia have used these datasets to develop generative video tools that can churn out custom clips, raising unresolved legal questions about copyright and fair use.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
The shooting, captured in graphic detail in video clips that rapidly spread around the internet, sparked fear and panic among the some 3,000 attendees, prompting the school to evacuate the campus and close down as authorities investigate.
—Will Carless, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
My standout favorite is the Duet Saffiano Leather Small Crossbody, which comes with an extra pouch that clips onto the main bag.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2025
Premiering at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, BRATS offers an intimate look at the group's cultural impact in films such as The Breakfast Club (1985), Back to the Future (1985) and Pretty in Pink (1986), as well as behind-the-scenes footage and promotional clips.
—Hannah Kerns, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
For messing up, Martha clips Gabriel’s wings, forcing him to live life as a human, with a new casual wardrobe to match and a taste for fast food.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
The latter happens when a ball clips the net before dropping in play.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clips
Noun
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According to reports, there were 12 punches thrown in the fight — all by Messier.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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Most of the punches were blocked.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Pro gaming mouse shaves off 24%, packing ultra-light speed and switches that keep up with endless gaming sessions without slowing you down.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
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Those varying responses often have an offsetting effect that shaves off the most extreme edges of the group’s volatility.—
Catherine Brock,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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When the Great Depression hits, these estates become the targets of an ideological clash.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Emmy winner voiced a role in DreamWorks’ The Bad Guys 2 and will soon be seen starring alongside comedian Nate Bargatze in his TriStar Pictures comedy The Breadwinner, which hits theaters on March 13.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Zach Bryan and Gavin Adcock almost came to blows at a festival in Oklahoma.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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And the latest in the long line of big-name boxers to come to blows will be Canelo Álvarez and Terence Crawford who fight against one another on Saturday.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Fed cuts for the remainder of 2025.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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But Franc Fernandez, the designer of the dress that is today on display at the Park MGM in Las Vegas, had worked three long days to create it, draping butcher cuts on a mannequin torso.—
Steve Knopper,
Billboard,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Millennials are currently ruling the tech industry and clinging to their roles as the economy is rocked by uncertainty due to tariffs, inflation increases living expenses, and AI swipes jobs.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Deen also takes several swipes at her former detractors in the project, including fellow foodie and CNN travel documentarian Anthony Bourdain, who died by suicide in 2018.—
Gerrad Hall,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Skip the pricey groomer visits and messy bathroom trims with this Labor Day deal.—
Jessie Quinn,
USA Today,
1 Sep. 2025
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The move trims the quarterback room down to four players, including Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
24 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Instead, Ted slaps him in the face, twice.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
5 Sep. 2025
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Anthony thinks his fiancé wants a mother more than a partner, so Giuseppe slaps a pie into his face?—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Clips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clips. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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