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as in cane
a heavy rigid stick used as a weapon or for punishment
hit the prisoner with a club if he tries anything funny
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2
as in clubhouse
the meeting place of an organization
the Elks gather at their club every Monday evening
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as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
an alumni club
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as in nightclub
a bar or restaurant offering special nighttime entertainment (as music, dancing, or comedy acts)
a weekly newspaper column devoted to current happenings on the local club scene
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as in to cooperate
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
clubbed together to share their love of model rockets
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
frustrated, the gardener clubbed the inoffensive weed into submission
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Recent Examples of club
Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Before West Ham’s final home game of the season against Nottingham Forest, Wan-Bissaka was named the club’s player of the year.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2025
With one out and up 2-0 in the count, Dominguez clubbed a hanging slider from Rangers’ reliever Luke Jackson 398 feet into the second deck to give the Yankees the win.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2025
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Noun
The Portuguese international is reportedly of interest to clubs in the Saudi Pro League with Al-Hilal leading the race to land Fernandes.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Before West Ham’s final home game of the season against Nottingham Forest, Wan-Bissaka was named the club’s player of the year.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Verb
Kyle Schwarber clubbed a two-run double and scored on a sacrifice fly in the 11th.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2025
With one out and up 2-0 in the count, Dominguez clubbed a hanging slider from Rangers’ reliever Luke Jackson 398 feet into the second deck to give the Yankees the win.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for club
Noun
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Studying cane fires when few occur guarantees skewed findings.—
Colin Walkes,
Sun Sentinel,
11 June 2025
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Because sugar cane absorbs more CO2 while growing than the amount that is released when making the packaging, this is considered a carbon-negative packaging solution, giving this sunscreen option bonus points for eco-friendliness.—
Mariana Zapata,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Did those moves stir a sense of urgency in the clubhouse?—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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Besides Wright’s visit to the clubhouse, Manager Ron Washington said a few words to the team about Hendricks, to recognize the moment.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
7 June 2025
Noun
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For organizations struggling with capacity or skill gaps, CTEM can deliver actionable insights and reduce noise, helping SOC teams become more effective.—
Seemant Sehgal,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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For the Giants to part with Harrison demonstrates the organization’s great faith in their other young starters — Hayden Birdsong and Landen Roupp, along with left-hander Carson Whisenhunt at Triple-A Sacramento.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
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One of the group’s founders was Barbara Poma, an owner of the Pulse nightclub.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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It was followed by black cabs taking guests to Camden’s Koko nightclub.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
Verb
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Are other immigrants in Rotterdam going to continue cooperating on police investigations or reporting crimes having now heard that the cops actively chose to bring in ICE after this minor arrest?—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2025
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Why not tell employers to cooperate with authorities?—
A Martínez,
NPR,
13 June 2025
Verb
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The flames that licked through the football fields and tennis courts at Pali High devoured touchstones of an iconic campus—featured in films like Carrie and Freaky Friday.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
5 June 2025
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Besides, Angela already got her lick back from Porsha’s comments about Charles by instigating the already precarious relationship between Porsha and her bestie and bringing Drew the news that Porsha filmed with Dennis.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
Noun
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When funding for these circulars came to an end, Fred picked up the eclipse baton and with the help of Canadian meteorologist Jay Anderson, produced their own eclipse circulars, funded under the auspices of NASA.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
3 June 2025
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YoungBoy takes the baton and aims at his detractors.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
21 May 2025
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Atlantic Aviation in Aspen, Colorado, also carries an upscale lodge look, though its location and design lets private fliers to appreciate the surrounding natural beauty.—
Chris Dong,
Robb Report,
2 June 2025
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The mountain lodge property is about 10 miles from Bear Lake, immersing travelers in the forested mountains of Logan Canyon.—
Becca Blond,
AFAR Media,
26 May 2025
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“Club.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/club. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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