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verb

ˈsnap How to pronounce snap (audio)
Definition of snapnext
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as in to bark
to speak sharply or irritably the shopkeeper finally snapped at one customer who couldn't seem to make up his mind

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as in to pop
to break suddenly with an explosive sound the fragile twig snapped in her hands

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as in to photograph
to take a photograph of be sure to snap everything you see on your vacation, and then you can show us

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as in to change
to pass from one form, state, or level to another she abruptly snapped alert

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snap

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noun

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as in clap
a loud explosive sound the plastic coat hook broke off with a loud snap when he tried to hang the heavy bag on it

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as in photo
a picture created from an image recorded on a light-sensitive surface by a camera took several snaps of his family for the scrapbook

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as in energy
active strength of body or mind the team is showing a lot of snap tonight

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as in freeze
a weather condition marked by low temperatures a prolonged cold snap

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as in shred
a very small amount I don't care a snap about gossip

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as in breeze
something that is easy to do this test will be a snap

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snap

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adjective

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as in easy
involving minimal difficulty or effort a snap course that even an idiot could pass

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as in impromptu
made or done without previous thought or preparation made a snap decision

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of snap
Verb
Reporters staked out the property and snapped pictures of arrivals. — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 9 July 2026 Incoom played 85% of Carolina’s special teams snaps last season. — Mike Kaye july 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026
Noun
The actress shared a round-up of snaps from a recent family trip to Skíathos, Magnisia, Greece. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 7 July 2026 Or BunnaB’s new-age futuristic rap taking you to mid-aughts snap music and then Atlanta bass. — Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 7 July 2026
Adjective
The heels feature translucent PVC material with tiny grosgrain ribbon bows in black, an open toe, and a snap closure ankle strap. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026 On the other hand, Quince’s substitute has one main zippered compartment that’s large enough to fit a 13-inch laptop, plus two side slip pockets with snap closures to keep your cell phone or credit cards within easy reach. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for snap
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snap
  1. bark
  2. pop
  3. photograph
  4. change
  5. clap
  6. photo
  7. energy
  8. freeze
Verb
  • As the officers ask Marseille to put the dog away, bodycam video shows the second officer unholstering his gun and backing away from the barking dog.
    — Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • This could include sniffing around more than usual or barking and growling at odd places like piles of leaves.
    — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 3 July 2026
Definition of bark
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  • Gas stations across Russia are imposing limits on purchases, CNN’s analysis found, with fuel- tracking websites popping up to guide drivers to the best spots to fill up.
    — Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • The supermodel was one of the most surprising people to make the guest list, causing pandemonium amongst Swifties and pop culture nerds alike when she was photographed heading to the wedding in a gorgeous gold silk gown (what a gold rush).
    — Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 6 July 2026
Definition of pop
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  • Some were finely cut feathers; others, more surprisingly, were denim in various washes that created a kind of dimensional pointillist effect unlike anything else photographed on the red steps of the Palais.
    — Amy Verner, Vogue, 6 July 2026
  • His older sisters are frequently photographed out and about, but Louis—an aspiring actor—largely stays out of the spotlight.
    — Christopher Luu, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Definition of photograph
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  • Chishti said the rulings signify that future presidents could continue to change immigration policies at their discretion.
    — Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • True, nothing so grand as a massive dragon and naval battle took place, but seeing Rhaenyra start to change into someone almost unrecognizable from her younger, more innocent self was compelling in a deeper way.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of change
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  • The origin of the thunderclap (sometimes called the Viking clap) is disputed, with several clubs in Europe claiming to have started the trend, but Iceland popularised it and brought it to the world stage.
    — Elias Burke, New York Times, 23 June 2026
  • One of the moments in the musical that caused the most laughter and claps from the audience was the final song, which mocks the idea of using violence as a form of protest rather than joining a movement or focusing on policy.
    — Lorena O’Neil, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2026
Definition of clap
Noun
  • Videos and photos circulating on social media showed steel columns on the building’s higher floors buckling and contorting on Tuesday.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
  • Judging from the photos and video, Alaskan has done a nice job of turning the tiny interior of its camper into an inviting space in which campers will want to spend time.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 8 July 2026
Definition of photo
Noun
  • That raised concerns that the region could tip back into a war that would engulf several countries and could halt energy shipments through the strait that are crucial for the global economy.
    — Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • Things also remain precarious in the Strait of Hormuz – and experts say the latest attacks likely won’t remove Iran’s ability to threaten shipping in one of the world’s most important energy arteries.
    — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
Definition of energy
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  • Aura monitors all three major credit bureaus and can alert you within minutes of a new account or hard inquiry reported to your file, whether a freeze is in place.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
  • Warren said the freeze would allow time to investigate how IOLTA grants are awarded.
    — Nick Sullivan July 2, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026
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