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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They were alerted when one of the two suspects allegedly tried to open the back door of the home but ran from the area after one of the homeowner's dogs started barking inside.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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There’s a lot of barking, and suddenly the big fella hops onto the wood platform, sending the other pinnipeds jostling for a new spot in the sun or diving back into the water.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Allen had an eye-popping 13 touchdown receptions last season at Cincinnati after playing two seasons at Louisiana Tech and one at Texas A&M.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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These eye-popping numbers did not escape county Third District Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, who in November led the way for passage of the OurCounty Sustainability Plan.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 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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For the second time this week, the state Senate spent hours discussing complicated technology legislation, with lawmakers once again advancing a bill over strong objections that regulating rapidly changing technology could negatively affect local businesses.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
24 Apr. 2026
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These advances are changing the relationship that businesses and consumers have with financial services.—
Semafor Events,
semafor.com,
24 Apr. 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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That debate intensified this March, when city officials outlined multiple options for restructuring the city’s approach to homelessness, including maintaining LAHSA with reforms, shifting responsibilities to the county, or bringing more programs in-house.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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By evening, disruptive Uranus enters Gemini, shifting conversations, decisions, and how information moves through your world.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 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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Tornado threats of varying levels are in place each day through Monday, as are risks for damaging straight-line wind gusts and hail.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
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Regional differences shape Colorado’s housing market, with varying inventory, sales, and pricing trends across the state.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Snapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snapping. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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