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as in cane
a heavy rigid stick used as a weapon or for punishment
hit the prisoner with a club if he tries anything funny
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2
as in clubhouse
the meeting place of an organization
the Elks gather at their club every Monday evening
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as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
an alumni club
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as in nightclub
a bar or restaurant offering special nighttime entertainment (as music, dancing, or comedy acts)
a weekly newspaper column devoted to current happenings on the local club scene
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as in to cooperate
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
clubbed together to share their love of model rockets
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
frustrated, the gardener clubbed the inoffensive weed into submission
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Recent Examples of club
Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Before West Ham’s final home game of the season against Nottingham Forest, Wan-Bissaka was named the club’s player of the year.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2025
With one out and up 2-0 in the count, Dominguez clubbed a hanging slider from Rangers’ reliever Luke Jackson 398 feet into the second deck to give the Yankees the win.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2025
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Noun
The Portuguese international is reportedly of interest to clubs in the Saudi Pro League with Al-Hilal leading the race to land Fernandes.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Before West Ham’s final home game of the season against Nottingham Forest, Wan-Bissaka was named the club’s player of the year.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Verb
Kyle Schwarber clubbed a two-run double and scored on a sacrifice fly in the 11th.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2025
With one out and up 2-0 in the count, Dominguez clubbed a hanging slider from Rangers’ reliever Luke Jackson 398 feet into the second deck to give the Yankees the win.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for club
Noun
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Carrying a wooden cane, Camus led Yarvin through the small town of Plieux.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
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The look was elevated with a matching fur stole and a cane, accessories that nodded to the opulence of Black Dandyism.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Essence,
8 May 2025
Noun
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Did those moves stir a sense of urgency in the clubhouse?—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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Besides Wright’s visit to the clubhouse, Manager Ron Washington said a few words to the team about Hendricks, to recognize the moment.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
7 June 2025
Noun
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In honor of the organization’s 40th anniversary, President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis spoke about GLAAD’s achievements, impact and future.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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The Gaza Humanitarian Fund, the American organization, has given out, so far, like nearly 8 million meals to the people of Gaza through these aid distribution.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
4 June 2025
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Officer Michael Miles — who also worked security at the nightclub and knew Armstrong — tried to talk him into putting the gun away for several minutes, Merriweather wrote.—
Ryan Oehrli,
Charlotte Observer,
5 June 2025
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It's performed in the round at the intimate Circle in the Square Theatre, which has been transformed into a swank nightclub with two separate stages and table seating.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
Verb
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South Korean officials said that North Korea was also cooperating with Russia to build drones for both nations.—
Choe Sang-Hun,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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The district is fully cooperating with the West Memphis Police Department and will actively support efforts to prosecute those responsible to the fullest extent of the law.—
Sophie Clark,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
Verb
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The flames that licked through the football fields and tennis courts at Pali High devoured touchstones of an iconic campus—featured in films like Carrie and Freaky Friday.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
5 June 2025
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Besides, Angela already got her lick back from Porsha’s comments about Charles by instigating the already precarious relationship between Porsha and her bestie and bringing Drew the news that Porsha filmed with Dennis.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
Noun
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When funding for these circulars came to an end, Fred picked up the eclipse baton and with the help of Canadian meteorologist Jay Anderson, produced their own eclipse circulars, funded under the auspices of NASA.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
3 June 2025
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YoungBoy takes the baton and aims at his detractors.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
21 May 2025
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Atlantic Aviation in Aspen, Colorado, also carries an upscale lodge look, though its location and design lets private fliers to appreciate the surrounding natural beauty.—
Chris Dong,
Robb Report,
2 June 2025
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The mountain lodge property is about 10 miles from Bear Lake, immersing travelers in the forested mountains of Logan Canyon.—
Becca Blond,
AFAR Media,
26 May 2025
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“Club.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/club. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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