as in blow
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
an unexpectedly low branch dealt him a clip to the head
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1
as in to shave
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
a mother who's sad to see her little boy's curls clipped for the first time
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as in to hit
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
the pitch clipped the batter's helmet with enough force to knock it clean off his head
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Recent Examples of clip
Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 12 June 2025
The full interview will air Monday, but in a brief teaser clip posted online, Dane remained optimistic about his future.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 12 June 2025
June 4, CBS News, 4 June 2025
Dorothy had her hair done, The Tinman got oiled up, The Scarecrow got brand new straws, and The Cowardly Lion had his mane curled and his claws clipped.
—Debbi Kickham, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Noun
See the clip of Lil Baby swiping Jack Doherty’s jewelry below.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 12 June 2025
The full interview will air Monday, but in a brief teaser clip posted online, Dane remained optimistic about his future.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 12 June 2025
Verb
The raid was meant to target the Meiktila dam and nearby Japanese barracks, according to a newspaper clipping.
—June 4, CBS News, 4 June 2025
Dorothy had her hair done, The Tinman got oiled up, The Scarecrow got brand new straws, and The Cowardly Lion had his mane curled and his claws clipped.
—Debbi Kickham, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clip
Noun
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Khan feared that delaying his departure beyond the deadline might have resulted in his wife and children being hauled off to a police station along with him, which would have been a blow to his family’s dignity.—
Elena Becatoros,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
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The strikes were also a major blow to Iran’s chain of command, killing the nation’s top generals.—
Martín González Gómez,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
Verb
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An article published that year by The New York Times notes that Davis shaved the front of her head for the part.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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To begin, researchers tried to mimic sun exposure by shaving the dorsal skin of mice and applying cis-urocanic acid (dissolved in water).—
Jay Kakade
June 03,
New Atlas,
3 June 2025
Verb
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Lightning hits the United States approximately 25 million times annually.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2025
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During that offseason, Gardner-Johnson hit the free agency market and inked a one-year deal to join the Detroit Lions.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
Noun
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As artificial intelligence redefines human interactions, one question persists with scientific urgency and cultural weight: What happens to the brain's romantic blueprint when intimacy is filtered through screens, swipes and simulations?—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Even as more Americans tap, swipe or scan to pay, most still carry at least a little cash — and financial planners say that’s a good idea.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
25 May 2025
Verb
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Perry’s 10th playoff goal this season cut the Panthers lead to 4-2.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2025
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Other options include raising payroll taxes, cutting benefits for future recipients, or a combination of all three.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
Verb
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When the victim initially resisted, the suspect kicked and punched him and forcibly grabbed a wad of cash from the vehicle, police said.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
5 June 2025
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Surveillance footage captured the group catch up to him and attack him, continuing to punch and kick him on the ground, deputies said.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2025
Noun
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The Cardinals have enough right-handed thump (especially with Herrera) to utilize Burleson at his strength.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Literal flames surrounded the glow, both repelling and drawing you in more, followed by two loud, disorienting thumps.—
Christopher Rosa,
Glamour,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Though the index rebounded shortly after, its gains were trimmed in early 2025 as U.S. President Donald Trump ignited his trade war.—
Zinnia Lee,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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First, trim your nails by clipping straight across to create short tips.—
Fiona Embleton,
Glamour,
11 June 2025
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“Clip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clip. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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