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as in barks
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 photographs
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 changes
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
she abruptly snapped alert
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as in claps
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 photos
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 splashes
a very small amount
I don't care a snap about gossip
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as in picnics
something that is easy to do
this test will be a snap
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Recent Examples of snaps
Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026
So, is this finally the year that Nebraska — the only high-major program to have never won an NCAA Tournament game — snaps that infamous spell?
—Brendan Marks, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The policeman snaps to respectful attention.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
Earnhardt snaps a 55-race winless stretch that dated to 2012.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
More and more, Jackson seeks out biblical analogies and snaps them down like safety catches over the loose ends of his earlier life.
—Gail Sheehy, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
The masked figure snaps a photo of the corpse before slipping out of the unit and pulling the fire alarm.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
Finally, Philomac snaps under the pressure, and escapes from his father taking Kid and Max with him.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
This elegant leather tote comes with a removable sleeve that snaps directly into the bag’s interior, keeping your laptop secure on work trips.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Ray played 157 snaps on defense for the Panthers last season.
—Mike Kaye
updated March 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Unlike with the Bengals and Packers, both Ossai and Engabare should receive significant snaps on the Jets rebuilt defense that plummeted from finishing in the top five in yards allowed from 2022-24 to 25th last year in Glenn’s first season.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 9 Mar. 2026
Although not as effective on blitzes, ranking 35th in pass-rush efficiency among off-ball linebackers with at least 50 pass-rush snaps, Walker does, however, prove explosive when coming downhill against the run.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Gilliam has spent the majority of his 885 offensive snaps as a lead blocker.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
The soft machine bends, snaps and resets itself automatically, powered entirely by material physics instead of chips or wires.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
Beard is excited to see more of Upshaw, who missed the playoffs with an injury but had seven catches for 105 yards in 120 offensive snaps.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Barber has a good amount of SEC-level snaps at both right tackle and left tackle in his collegiate career.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
The win not only snaps a three-game losing streak but also strengthens UCF’s NCAA Tournament resume with Selection Sunday a few days away.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026
So, is this finally the year that Nebraska — the only high-major program to have never won an NCAA Tournament game — snaps that infamous spell?
—Brendan Marks, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The policeman snaps to respectful attention.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
Earnhardt snaps a 55-race winless stretch that dated to 2012.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
More and more, Jackson seeks out biblical analogies and snaps them down like safety catches over the loose ends of his earlier life.
—Gail Sheehy, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
The masked figure snaps a photo of the corpse before slipping out of the unit and pulling the fire alarm.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
Finally, Philomac snaps under the pressure, and escapes from his father taking Kid and Max with him.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
This elegant leather tote comes with a removable sleeve that snaps directly into the bag’s interior, keeping your laptop secure on work trips.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Noun
Tonga also showed some upside last season on offense as a situational fullback, logging 14 snaps as a lead blocker for the Patriots.
—Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Ray played 157 snaps on defense for the Panthers last season.
—Mike Kaye
updated March 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Unlike with the Bengals and Packers, both Ossai and Engabare should receive significant snaps on the Jets rebuilt defense that plummeted from finishing in the top five in yards allowed from 2022-24 to 25th last year in Glenn’s first season.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 9 Mar. 2026
Although not as effective on blitzes, ranking 35th in pass-rush efficiency among off-ball linebackers with at least 50 pass-rush snaps, Walker does, however, prove explosive when coming downhill against the run.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Gilliam has spent the majority of his 885 offensive snaps as a lead blocker.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
The soft machine bends, snaps and resets itself automatically, powered entirely by material physics instead of chips or wires.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
Beard is excited to see more of Upshaw, who missed the playoffs with an injury but had seven catches for 105 yards in 120 offensive snaps.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Barber has a good amount of SEC-level snaps at both right tackle and left tackle in his collegiate career.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snaps
Verb
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In Network, Sidney Lumet cast Duvall as Frank Hackett, a broadcast television executive who barks about his lack of principles loudly and often.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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And perhaps some—Ho Jin just barks at him to take it all and grumbles that Ji Seon is a bad influence.—
Hannah Abraham,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In addition to the main cast of characters, the hilarious Annie Mumolo pops up as Walter’s droll and exasperated assistant, and Rory Scovel is the bumbling, small-town cop.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
9 Mar. 2026
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An image then pops up on the scoreboard rendering a final verdict.—
Kevin Sherrington
Mar. 9,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For visitors who want to experience a side of Miami beyond the beach — and who appreciate a dining atmosphere that’s romantic, intimate, and richly textured — La Grande Boucherie is a standout choice that photographs beautifully and feels completely transporting.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
9 Mar. 2026
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The controversy centers around Lifetouch, a company that photographs millions of students nationwide each year.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Senate amendment changes the availability of two expensive drugs – Biktarvy and Descovy.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Mar. 2026
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When Amisa dies, Szu’s life changes drastically.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The latest in what appears to be an unending stream of storms thundered through the Bay Area on Tuesday, producing violent claps of thunder and lightning bright enough to light up momentarily the gray and sometimes dark sky.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
17 Feb. 2026
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These were claps of relief and encouragement from a European audience bracing for a mauling like JD Vance’s onslaught last year.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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And photos and videos after the storm showed undernourished Cubans, men, women and children dressed in rags and people barely managing in makeshift homes.—
David Goodhue
March 16,
Miami Herald,
17 Mar. 2026
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My absolute favorite thing is when clients share their photos and favorite memories with me upon their return.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Carolina Panthers made a few huge splashes on Monday — one within the hour of the legal tampering window opening up, in fact.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Mar. 2026
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Visitors can expect yellows and splashes of orange, with more flowers sprouting every day.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Nearby, wineries are set among picturesque rolling hills, with many offering outdoor areas for picnics.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Mar. 2026
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Pasta salads aren't only for picnics.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Snaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snaps. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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