smacks 1 of 3

noun (1)

plural of smack
as in splashes
a very small amount add just a smack of vanilla to the whipped cream and the dessert will be perfect

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smacks

2 of 3

noun (2)

plural of smack
as in blows
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument the cook gave him a smack on the wrist when he tried to sneak an early taste of the sauce

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smacks

3 of 3

verb

present tense third-person singular of smack
as in slaps
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner he smacked the punching bag one final time before heading to the showers

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Recent Examples of smacks
Noun
Eventually, Ginger's playful touches turn to rowdy smacks on Jesse's behind. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025 Some biologists argue that more frequent smacks are a sign of rising ocean temperatures. — Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
The teriyaki aroma from the wings was almost strong enough to taste, and the flavor smacks you in the face from the first bite. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026 An attack rears its ugly head, and the security team smacks it down. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026 Then reality smacks you in the face. — Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026 Squad' rep's felon husband smacks phone from reporter 3. — FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026 Just as this monster is about to take out the entire team on the Abyss, a giant boulder flies through the air and smacks him in the face. — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 1 Jan. 2026 But when things go poorly, one of those large bodies smacks into a larger one, creating a catastrophic impact and, if there’s life on the world that gets struck, a potential extinction event. — Big Think, 26 Nov. 2025 Quietly handling the cornbread, with a buttery scent that smacks you right in the face, is her paternal grandmother. — Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 30 Oct. 2025 As the scene unfolds, the gorilla suddenly lifts its arm and smacks the glass, causing a crack. — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smacks
  1. splashes
  2. blows
  3. slaps
  4. touches
  5. thumps
  6. knocks
  7. little
  8. swipes
Noun
  • During her Hollywood years, Grace Kelly reportedly followed the famed Erno Laszlo ritual, beginning with Phelityl Cleansing Oil, followed by the brand’s Sea Mud Deep Cleansing Bar, and finishing with 30 splashes of warm water.
    — Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 6 Aug. 2026
  • And though the case itself isn’t water-resistant, the buds rock an IPX4 rating that protects them from sweaty listening sessions and light water splashes from any direction.
    — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of splashes
Noun
  • After the dustups, the offense went from taking blows from the defense to delivering some of its own.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
  • During the less than a minute-long elevator ride, the duo trading blows, according to the video.
    — Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of blows
Verb
  • Helmut Haller, West Germany vs England, 1966 Ray Wilson misjudges his headed clearance, Haller gathers it on the edge of the box and, just before Bobby Moore can close him down, slaps a right-footed shot into the far corner.
    — Adam Hurrey, New York Times, 17 July 2026
  • Wilhelm enters the room, removes most of his clothing and gets into bed with her, slaps her, pushes her away and then caresses her face and cradles her.
    — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Definition of slaps
Noun
  • The wardrobes, however spacious, were creaky; none of the typical five-star tech touches are present—no Nespresso machine, no Dyson hair dryer, no in-wall USB outlets, though there is a charging dock.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Extra beds, cots and bed rails are all available upon request, as well as touches to delight any little ones, including mini bathrobes, slippers and a selection of games and treats.
    — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of touches
Noun
  • Agents yelled from every direction, and the thumps of a news helicopter overhead were deafening.
    — Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
  • You’ll be thrown around in your seat, which moves in sync with the action, along with thumps in the back, splashes of water, blasts of air, smoke, and flashes of light.
    — Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
Definition of thumps
Verb
  • For residents who didn’t respond to knocks on their doors, their bags were left for safekeeping with Mai Mei Su, the building’s residential manager.
    — Melody Xu, Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Max knocks on the door, a strange formality for a man about to burn the boat down to the waterline.
    — JP Mangalindan, Time, 31 July 2026
Definition of knocks
Noun
  • This version for the littles is praised for all the same reasons as the standard one.
    — Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Another seems difficult from the first meeting, despite doing little to justify that impression.
    — Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Definition of little
Noun
  • And, in fact, for all of the shock value in his writing and swipes at the food establishment, Bourdain became extraordinarily generous and even sweet as his fame grew, quick to heap praise, especially for writers and chefs on the rise.
    — Laurie Ochoa, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Using gestures and swipes on a traditional slab-style phone always felt cramped and imprecise when trying to pull off quick maneuvers.
    — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 24 July 2026
Definition of swipes

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