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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
Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 6 June 2025
Meanwhile, Belichick is hoping to snap UNC’s losing streak against Clemson, which sits at six games.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2025
Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2025
In 1,068 snaps that year, Tom allowed just two sacks, had only three penalties and ranked 15th among eligible offensive tackles with a grade of 79.7 by PFF.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
Democratic Alliance, the Social Democrats’ governing coalition that was forced into a snap election two months ago, retained its shaky grasp on power with 89 out of 230 seats in the National Assembly.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 19 May 2025
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Verb
That’s just one of the pearls of wisdom dropped in Straw (now streaming on Netflix), an effectively tense action-melodrama set during a particularly rotten day in which a hard-working woman who only wants to take care of her daughter finally snaps.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 6 June 2025
Meanwhile, Belichick is hoping to snap UNC’s losing streak against Clemson, which sits at six games.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2025
Noun
Even if that means fewer snaps played or fewer passes thrown his way, Kmet knows Johnson brought in Loveland with the best interest of the team and offense in mind.
—Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2025
In 1,068 snaps that year, Tom allowed just two sacks, had only three penalties and ranked 15th among eligible offensive tackles with a grade of 79.7 by PFF.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Adjective
Millions of South Korean voters are casting their ballots on Tuesday for a new president in a snap election following the ouster of former President Yoon Suk Yeol.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
Democratic Alliance, the Social Democrats’ governing coalition that was forced into a snap election two months ago, retained its shaky grasp on power with 89 out of 230 seats in the National Assembly.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snap
Verb
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This request may be barking at the moon, but DeSantis should veto SB 268, a huge, unjustified public records exemption that would allow most public officials to keep secret their home addresses and personal telephone numbers.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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The dog barked again, and soon Sabine had shaken me off.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 June 2025
Verb
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For example, as messages pop up on your home screen, the time display starts to shrink to accommodate them.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
9 June 2025
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The stablecoin company popped nearly 14%, following its debut on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Her sheer ensemble isn’t the first one she’s been photographed in this week.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Beginning in 1874, patients were photographed upon admission and release.—
Asia London Palomba,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The real question is whether their presence changes the fundamental nature of what these events represent.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
10 June 2025
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Founded in 2014, Kering Eyewear was a pioneer in changing the business model for luxury groups in the eyewear category, straying from the well-trodden licensing business model.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 June 2025
Noun
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Amid claps and joyful tears, 80 patients received certificates.—
Francine Kiefer,
Christian Science Monitor,
14 May 2025
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Within a few claps, the entire group was synchronized.—
Pauline Chalamet,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2025
Noun
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Apple Intelligence can summarize text messages, identify real-world surroundings with the iPhone’s camera, erase unwanted objects from photos, rewrite emails and prioritize notifications.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
8 June 2025
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One teenager unfurled and held up the national flag — red with a yellow star — for a photo.—
Stephanie Yang,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
Noun
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Lembas has plans beyond GLP-1 Edge to produce other ingredients that can impact wellbeing like sleep and energy.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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With the cover and details, Karol is highlighting the tropical energy of her roots — a perfect vibe for summer, and the singer knows it.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
10 June 2025
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The federal hiring freeze has ruled out the country’s single largest employer.—
Ryan Craig,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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They were also dismayed by a joint budget agreement unveiled by lawmakers earlier this week, which includes similar — though lighter — Medi-Cal cost-cutting measures: $30 premiums and an enrollment freeze beginning in July 2027.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2025
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“Snap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snap. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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