1
as in barking
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 popping
to break suddenly with an explosive sound
the fragile twig snapped in her hands
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as in photographing
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 changing
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
she abruptly snapped alert
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Recent Examples of snapping
Slender claws are prone to snapping.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 28 Apr. 2026
But the enthusiasm was motivating, from fans snapping photos of Hathaway and Meryl Streep on the New York streets, to support from Anna Wintour.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Frances is at home, self-medicating and snapping at the servants.
—Alice Burton, Vulture, 27 Apr. 2026
There are six compartments with snapping handles to keep your lunch safe.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The post concluded with Keibler snapping a selfie in the plane's first class bathroom, which appeared to be adorned with fresh flowers.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Ohtani hit a double in the fifth inning, snapping a streak of six games without an extra-base hit.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Robertson responded by snapping in a rebound after Matt Duchene — who has seven points in four games — muscled a shot from just outside the crease that ricocheted off Wallstedt.
—CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
Despite failing to complete the sweep, this marks the first time the Giants have taken a series against the Dodgers since June 2024, snapping a five-series losing streak.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 28 Apr. 2026
But the enthusiasm was motivating, from fans snapping photos of Hathaway and Meryl Streep on the New York streets, to support from Anna Wintour.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Frances is at home, self-medicating and snapping at the servants.
—Alice Burton, Vulture, 27 Apr. 2026
There are six compartments with snapping handles to keep your lunch safe.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The post concluded with Keibler snapping a selfie in the plane's first class bathroom, which appeared to be adorned with fresh flowers.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Ohtani hit a double in the fifth inning, snapping a streak of six games without an extra-base hit.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Robertson responded by snapping in a rebound after Matt Duchene — who has seven points in four games — muscled a shot from just outside the crease that ricocheted off Wallstedt.
—CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
Despite failing to complete the sweep, this marks the first time the Giants have taken a series against the Dodgers since June 2024, snapping a five-series losing streak.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snapping
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From the ungodly stuff leading to success, to setting a postseason record for appearances, to barking like a dog to fire up teammates, Varland is settling in.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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Varland endeared himself to the fanbase with his electric stuff and habit of barking at teammates, cameras and anyone in sight.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
30 Apr. 2026
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Death Cafes are popping up in churches, coffee shops and even historic cemeteries across the country.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026
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That podium is being replicated for one of the brand’s activations at Fontainebleau Miami Beach, one of the venues where the Champagne brand is also popping up, in addition to the Miami Beach Edition and Seaspice.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
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Although the drive can be completed in under an hour, many travelers spend extra time photographing the dunes, picnicking, and hiking various trails.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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Afshar has been returning to Iran’s southern islands of Hormuz and Qeshm since 2015, photographing the land, its residents and the invisible, esoteric forces that shape life there — the winds, which locals believe to be powerful entities.—
Adam Pourahmadi,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2026
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Setting a boundary or changing your space shifts the energy.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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That means the 34-story hotel and adjacent casino have risen to their full height along the Chicago River, changing the city’s architectural and economic landscape.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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The musical — a rock-and-raunch, goth-and-gay parody of cheesy, mid-century horror/sci-fi flicks — was created by Richard O’Brien (book, music, lyrics and who performed as the snarling butler Riff Raff).—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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From those ashes, Detroit has somehow pivoted, almost overnight, into this season’s snarling, physical bunch that was one of the NBA’s best defensive teams.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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By late evening, Mercury enters Taurus, shifting focus to practical thinking and steady decisions.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Amid the ongoing conflict in Iran, the Saudis have signaled that their investment process is shifting.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
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Authorities said hundreds of Ku Klux Klan members, neo-Nazis and other White nationalists marched through the University of Virginia campus in 2017, shouting racist and antisemitic chants.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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France is not a country in which kids run amok shouting, so although the garden is a nice place for the junior set to play, bear in mind that the adult guests are trying to enjoy a relaxing stay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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Every week of the season, four of us — a guest subscriber on rotation, an algorithm, six-year-old Wilfred and me — have been predicting the Premier League results with varying degrees of success.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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Clustering containers in a way that utilizes varying plant types and heights in a way that mimics the verticality of natural habits isn’t strictly about aesthetics.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
1 May 2026
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“Snapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snapping. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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