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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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Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snaps
Verb
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However, Denzel Washington pops up in Supporting Actor.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
3 Jan. 2025 -
Doing so allows the blade to slide through until the pin pops back up into the next notch in line – or into the empty space in front of the insert – thus holding the blade securely in place until the bead is pressed again.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
2 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The deadline for buying tickets for Mega Millions tickets varies by state.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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Treatment for a burning sensation in your feet varies based on the underlying cause, but medications and lifestyle changes may help.—
Ruth Jessen Hickman, MD,
Health,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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But posts are simply snapshots of people’s lives and portray a more positive and idealistic image than reality.—
Dr. Angélica S. Gutiérrez,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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The snapshots included moments of just Sánchez and The Kardashians star, as well as the women posing with their respective significant others, Jeff Bezos and Corey Gamble.—
Staff Author,
People.com,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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One of the pics shows The Fighter star toweling off after a dip in the water.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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Please share your pics with us here.—
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette,
arkansasonline.com,
22 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Parents of littles, there's an important recall to tell you about that might affect your child's car seat.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
28 Feb. 2025
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Held in the hotel ballroom, adorned with festive decor, the tea starts with an array of sweets — from Oreo cheesecake to chocolate-berry kouign-amann, served with hot chocolate for the littles and a selection of teas for the adults — while a live pianist sets the mood.—
Kim Westerman,
Forbes,
30 Nov. 2024
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“Snaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snaps. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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