as in to tap
to strike or cause to strike lightly and usually rhythmically
absentmindedly drumming his fingers on the table
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Recent Examples of drum
Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
This year, graduate workers who are on strike picketed in Harvard Yard, blaring vuvuzela horns, drums and cowbells whenever an administrator spoke.
—Michael Casey, Fortune, 29 May 2026
Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 16 May 2026
Wipe out the inside of the machine, cleaning the drawers/compartments that hold the detergent, and drum around the washing machine.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
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Noun
In addition to his solo set in the States, Collins also played drums for both Eric Clapton and the reunion of Led Zeppelin's Robert Plant, Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
This year, graduate workers who are on strike picketed in Harvard Yard, blaring vuvuzela horns, drums and cowbells whenever an administrator spoke.
—Michael Casey, Fortune, 29 May 2026
Verb
Elaborate wall labels drum relentlessly on themes of identity politics, the ecological crisis, colonialism, and wellness.
—Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 16 May 2026
Wipe out the inside of the machine, cleaning the drawers/compartments that hold the detergent, and drum around the washing machine.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drum
Noun
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Prices of West Texas Intermediate futures are now below $90 a barrel, sliding 2% on Friday to around $87 per barrel.—
Sean Conlon,Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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These materials are capable of causing corrosive damage to barrels, storage tanks and other metal containers.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
Verb
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The resort tapped Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment to lead their marine education and exploration program, and is a cut above other Maldives resorts for edu-oceanic activities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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While looking to tap the angst felt by Democratic voters now, von Wilpert has been known as one of the more moderate members among the nine Democrats that make up the San Diego City Council.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Go for the classics like hot dogs and burgers, or try less-traditional options like cooking baked potatoes in tin foil or making a big batch of taco meat over the fire and serving up nachos or tacos.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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Muffin tins also make a fun snack or meal tray for kids, one that encourages them to try new foods.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
Verb
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To reduce air bubbles in a batter, use the paddle on low for a minute or two before pouring it into the pan, then gently bang the pans once or twice on the countertop to release any large air bubbles.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Both traveled at least 428 feet and banged off the batter’s eye at Globe Life Field, where Alvarez has hit 17 home runs in his career.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Noun
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The characters discuss Rudy Giuliani’s controversial stop-and-frisk police policies, and Knuck is part of a sidewalk bucket drumming group.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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The defense isn’t good enough for a team that loves to create opportunities on that end and convert on easy buckets in transition.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
26 May 2026
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“Drum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drum. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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