as in claps
a loud explosive sound
the soda can opened with a sharp pop
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as in dads
a male human parent
ask your pop if he knows where the keys to the shed are
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as in explodes
to break open or into pieces usually because of internal pressure
a balloon popped suddenly and startled us all
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as in shatters
to cause to break open or into pieces by or as if by an explosive
popping popcorn over a campfire
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as in shoots
to strike with a missile from a gun
went into the woods hoping to pop the rabbit that was eating our vegetables
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Recent Examples of pops
Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
This year’s guest conductor was Stuart Chafetz, principal pops conductor of the Columbus Symphony, and the Chautauqua and Marin symphonies.
—Emily Curiel
may 24, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2026
Raisins also add pops of fruity flavor, and sunflower kernels bring the crunch.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2026
Simone Bellotti’s Jil Sander introduces precision tailoring with pops of emotion and color, while Celine under Michael Rider leans into bourgeoisie dressing with clashes of primary colors and razor sharp lines that is extremely persuasive.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Fill the sweet rolls with orange zest, warm spices, and pops of pineapple.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
Credit to the animation, though — bright pops of artistry that alternately evoke Steven Universe and Rick and Morty.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
Instead of filling my suitcase with bulky sneakers, sky-high heels, and overly sporty athleisure, Sisto recommended chic staples like linen pants, comfortable sandals, breezy matching sets, and playful pops of color.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
The guest bedroom reveals the power of a few coordinated pops of color.
—Laura Fenton, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
The Culinary Chef Electric Popcorn Maker is a countertop unit that pops corn using hot air rather than oil.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026
In the photos, Absolutely appears shocked as NOAH NOAH pops the question outside on bended knee.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Klaus pops up in the movie a few times like a hovering ghost.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 18 May 2026
An unexpected recall text message pops up on your phone.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
Security usually pops up when students are graduating into a recession, but by all measures, the economy is growing.
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
After Trevor strolls back to his muscle car and drives away, Easton pops up, curious as to who that was.
—Matt Thompson, SPIN, 11 May 2026
In the mix of the chaos, Beth and Rip’s adopted son Carter (Finn Little) pops up for a few seconds.
—Brayden Garcia
may 5, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 May 2026
Noun
This bathroom is all about pops of color.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
This year’s guest conductor was Stuart Chafetz, principal pops conductor of the Columbus Symphony, and the Chautauqua and Marin symphonies.
—Emily Curiel
may 24, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2026
Raisins also add pops of fruity flavor, and sunflower kernels bring the crunch.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2026
Simone Bellotti’s Jil Sander introduces precision tailoring with pops of emotion and color, while Celine under Michael Rider leans into bourgeoisie dressing with clashes of primary colors and razor sharp lines that is extremely persuasive.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Fill the sweet rolls with orange zest, warm spices, and pops of pineapple.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
Credit to the animation, though — bright pops of artistry that alternately evoke Steven Universe and Rick and Morty.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
Instead of filling my suitcase with bulky sneakers, sky-high heels, and overly sporty athleisure, Sisto recommended chic staples like linen pants, comfortable sandals, breezy matching sets, and playful pops of color.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
The guest bedroom reveals the power of a few coordinated pops of color.
—Laura Fenton, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
Verb
For every scene that feels false or unnecessary, there is one that works well; for every plot point that feels ticked off a checklist, something surprising pops up.
—Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
The Culinary Chef Electric Popcorn Maker is a countertop unit that pops corn using hot air rather than oil.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026
In the photos, Absolutely appears shocked as NOAH NOAH pops the question outside on bended knee.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Klaus pops up in the movie a few times like a hovering ghost.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 18 May 2026
An unexpected recall text message pops up on your phone.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
Security usually pops up when students are graduating into a recession, but by all measures, the economy is growing.
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
After Trevor strolls back to his muscle car and drives away, Easton pops up, curious as to who that was.
—Matt Thompson, SPIN, 11 May 2026
In the mix of the chaos, Beth and Rip’s adopted son Carter (Finn Little) pops up for a few seconds.
—Brayden Garcia
may 5, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pops
Noun
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Other players, especially the younger players and newcomers, did head over toward La Familia and give them waves and claps.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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There was no standing ovation, only a few sporadic claps mixed in with folks cheering for Fitzpatrick.—
Jordan Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Its story of five girls — all navigating preteenagerdom under the stewardship of their tragically well-meaning white dads — stands firmly on its own legs, even staring down some of its progenitors.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
20 May 2026
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During Family Week, moms and moms and dads and dads, dogs and strollers by their sides, fill the town’s main drag.—
Rostam,
Rolling Stone,
19 May 2026
Verb
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As the realization that nothing—or no one—will be enough overcomes the final bridge, a flurry of drums gallop in and the track explodes into fireworks as Rodrigo screams her guts out.—
Quinn Moreland,
Pitchfork,
22 May 2026
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Glass explodes from every window; the air turns cold; lights flicker and die.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
22 May 2026
Verb
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From the next room, Beckham’s longtime creative director watches the playback on her monitor and snaps into action.—
Maneet Ahuja,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Three decades from my last episode sometimes a faint quiver in my cheek snaps me back to that distant physicality—a child unable to manage her own estate that quaked.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 May 2026
Verb
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The other, from the southwest Khuzestan province, has a filling of dates, walnuts and coconut and pastry that shatters like a shell.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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But the illusion shatters when a stranger on the street recognizes the dog… as HER boyfriend Danny’s dog.—
William Earl,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In film, Mainstay’s development projects include an adaptation of Trevor Noah’s bestselling memoir Born a Crime and the genre-bending Lionsgate vampire western The Sun Always Sets in the West, which shoots this year.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
22 May 2026
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Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots the ball against Jalen Williams #8 and Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter in Game One of the NBA Western Conference Finals at Paycom Center on May 18, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.—
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
Noun
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To accentuate her silver metallic gown, Twain rocked rocked full bangs teamed with long auburn tresses.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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The bangs and booms will echo longer and louder into the night at Washington’s official Fourth of July celebration this year if event planners can achieve their goal of presenting the world’s largest ever fireworks display.—
Joe Heim,
Washington Post,
14 May 2026
Noun
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In November 2025, the fathers told the court about their child’s birth and a day later, Uthmeier, the AG, began pushing his way into this case.—
Ann Marie Luft,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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Softness and even open expression of feelings between fathers and sons are not part of the male Circassian factory model.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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“Pops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pops. Accessed 26 May. 2026.
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