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plank

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of plank

to throw or set down clumsily or casually
  • He planked the carton down on the counter and left.
Synonyms of plank

flop, flump, plop, plump, plunk (or plonk)
Words Related to plank

fling, heave, sling, toss

ensconce, install, plant, settle

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