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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
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
While the result snaps a five-game winning streak across all competitions, the Revs are unbeaten in six, have picked up back-to-back road results, and have the credibility of having taken Lionel Messi and the star-studded, defending MLS Cup champions to the brink.
—Julian Cardillo, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
Out back, on a stately patio above a sprawling garden overlooking the Potomac, Kalshi's Tarek Mansour snaps a selfie with John Kiriakou, the former CIA whistleblower who Gen Z has recently made viral on TikTok.
—Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 25 Apr. 2026
Floyd’s sincerity, the startling extremity of his concern for the comfort of others, snaps Clark out of his depressed, and depressing, complacency.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 24 Apr. 2026
Imagine a power pole that snaps in the wind.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
That meticulousness snaps into crystal-clear focus when Cronin talks about process.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 14 Apr. 2026
In the adorable family snaps, Khloé, who shares her children with ex Tristan Thompson, included several selfies, solo shots and group pictures of the Kardashian's cousin crew.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
Homelander then catches up to the speedster and snaps his neck.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
At nickel, Brownlee is the primary option, though, as mentioned, Ponds could push him — and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick might wind up getting the bulk of the snaps at nickel anyway.
—Zack Rosenblatt, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
In the other two snaps, her locks are pulled back into a messy updo.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The Browns will likely run a lot of nickel in 2026, giving Washington an extra chance to earn snaps.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 27 Apr. 2026
During his final college season at LSU, Delane logged 516 snaps at cornerback compared to 39 snaps in the slot.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
The team leader in total snaps played was an undrafted free agent, starting right tackle Terence Steele.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Apr. 2026
Sure, their snaps can be replaced.
—Rick Stroud, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026
Fautanu played 100 percent of the snaps and was only called for three penalties last season.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Verb
Luckily, if that clip snaps off, a quick fix is to purchase an RJClip.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
While the result snaps a five-game winning streak across all competitions, the Revs are unbeaten in six, have picked up back-to-back road results, and have the credibility of having taken Lionel Messi and the star-studded, defending MLS Cup champions to the brink.
—Julian Cardillo, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
Out back, on a stately patio above a sprawling garden overlooking the Potomac, Kalshi's Tarek Mansour snaps a selfie with John Kiriakou, the former CIA whistleblower who Gen Z has recently made viral on TikTok.
—Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 25 Apr. 2026
Floyd’s sincerity, the startling extremity of his concern for the comfort of others, snaps Clark out of his depressed, and depressing, complacency.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 24 Apr. 2026
Imagine a power pole that snaps in the wind.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
That meticulousness snaps into crystal-clear focus when Cronin talks about process.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 14 Apr. 2026
In the adorable family snaps, Khloé, who shares her children with ex Tristan Thompson, included several selfies, solo shots and group pictures of the Kardashian's cousin crew.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
Homelander then catches up to the speedster and snaps his neck.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
In limited snaps, Moore showed potential at off-ball linebacker, but questions persist about his pursuit speed and ability to cover in the NFL.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
At nickel, Brownlee is the primary option, though, as mentioned, Ponds could push him — and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick might wind up getting the bulk of the snaps at nickel anyway.
—Zack Rosenblatt, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
In the other two snaps, her locks are pulled back into a messy updo.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The Browns will likely run a lot of nickel in 2026, giving Washington an extra chance to earn snaps.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 27 Apr. 2026
During his final college season at LSU, Delane logged 516 snaps at cornerback compared to 39 snaps in the slot.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
The team leader in total snaps played was an undrafted free agent, starting right tackle Terence Steele.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Apr. 2026
Sure, their snaps can be replaced.
—Rick Stroud, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026
Fautanu played 100 percent of the snaps and was only called for three penalties last season.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snaps
Verb
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Much like a dog that barks at every little noise and passerby, my skin is reactive.—
Devon Abelman,
Allure,
24 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, the same neighbor’s dog barks at all hours, day and night, and a large shoe rack sits outside her door — an eyesore and a fire code violation.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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What began as a one-off backyard show quickly evolved into a monthly live event series that pops up in local warehouses, art galleries and cocktail bars.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Raw milk legislation pops up across the nation Bills favoring raw milk have been introduced in the current legislative session in 18 states, including those controlled by Democrats and Republicans.—
Laura Ungar,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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The camera cross-references the sound spike with the exact moment a vehicle passes, photographs the plate, and generates the ticket automatically.—
Kim Komando The Kim Komando Show,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Capturing an iconic image Murphy photographs all kinds of wildlife, especially the charismatic creatures of Yellowstone National Park.—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Naming one boundary or expectation changes the tone.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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This is where Physical AI changes the equation.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That’ll be the stormiest period of the weekend, with gusts up to 40 mph and potentially more claps of thunder.—
Anthony Edwards,
San Francisco Chronicle,
10 Apr. 2026
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Tears flowed, and the audience held space for grief, offering supportive claps and chants.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Plus, most of the photos are, indeed, museum-worthy, and many reflect trends in institutional art collecting that have been fashionable since the museum’s photo department was created in 2008.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
27 Apr. 2026
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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,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Some splashes of color help enliven it too.—
Adam Williams
April 23,
New Atlas,
23 Apr. 2026
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Naturally, the color palette revolves around a joyful, beachy vibe—all designed in shades of pink, citrus, and red, with splashes of leopard prints and snake textures.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2026
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Depending on the season (the camp opens from May through December, when temperatures are pleasant), days fill with picnics in the mountains, visits to Buddhist festivals, or merit-making ceremonies at nearby temples and shrines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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There's a good reason potato salad is a staple at potlucks, picnics, or really any gathering in the South.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Snaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snaps. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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