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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 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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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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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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Recent Examples of snap
Quanta Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
As noted in the caption, Ava's sister Billie snapped the photo.
—Georgia Slater, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
The 48,102 offensive snaps played by tight ends last season were the most on record going back 20 years, according to Sportradar.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
The United Kingdom is considering a similar bill after an earlier version was scrapped due to a snap election.
—Marie Helweg-Larsen, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
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Verb
Almost instantly the whole C ring reshapes itself, like a hair clip snapping into the other of its two stable forms.
—Quanta Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
As noted in the caption, Ava's sister Billie snapped the photo.
—Georgia Slater, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Noun
Here are no-grass backyard ideas that make maintenance a snap in any season.
—Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
The 48,102 offensive snaps played by tight ends last season were the most on record going back 20 years, according to Sportradar.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Riding boots, low-rise jeans, and a snap button-down are so reminiscent of the era—the best way to complete the look is with a furry jacket.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
The United Kingdom is considering a similar bill after an earlier version was scrapped due to a snap election.
—Marie Helweg-Larsen, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snap
Verb
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Much like a dog that barks at every little noise and passerby, my skin is reactive.—
Devon Abelman,
Allure,
24 Apr. 2026
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Two soldiers, hands in the air, surrendering and carefully following the orders barked at them by the other side.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The debate is playing out in Wyoming, a state where many data centers have popped up, including new plans for Microsoft to purchase 3,200 acres of land to expand its data center footprint.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2026
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Cabo Cabo is popping with new and renovated hotels, further bolstering its front-row positioning as a Hollywood travel mainstay.—
Carole Dixon,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
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Tianrui Liang, 21, is accused of violating a federal law that restricts photographing defense installations without authorization, according to court documents filed in the Eastern District of New York.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Prince William and Kate Middleton joined King Charles and Queen Camilla, Princess Anne and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace, where Princess Kate was photographed embracing an 88-year-old war hero.—
Katie Nicholl,
Vanity Fair,
21 Apr. 2026
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Scandals and secrets will be revealed, facades will crumble, and families and friendships will change forever on both sides of the battlefield as this group of strong, game-changing influencers comes together to build their answer to #MomTok.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2026
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Arsenal’s 2-1 defeat to City on Sunday has drastically changed the landscape of the Premier League title race.—
Nnamdi Onyeagwara,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Clad in all black, James and the band cracked wise onstage with a brash, swashbuckling attitude, led constant clap-alongs, and took multiple sojourns into the crowd — and that was just during the first song.—
Daniel Kohn,
Rolling Stone,
17 Apr. 2026
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His assessment of the project is correct in the sense that while the tracks all carry his signature take on the stomp-clap beat structure, the melodic content is vast and varied.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Guardian subsequently reported that four of the men had no connection to Epstein’s case whatsoever, beyond having appeared in a photo lineup.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Nods to this history are all over the interiors, with black and white photos depicting the multiple generations who once used this mountain retreat lining the walls.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Just being able to be available every single day and also just bring energy and be a good clubhouse guy.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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The ambiance and energy were incredible.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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What other freeze-resistant types are available?—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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Other reasons plants may fail to bloom include deer browsing and late spring freezes that also damage these buds.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Snap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snap. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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