snapping

verb

Definition of snappingnext
present participle of snap
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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2
as in popping
to break suddenly with an explosive sound the fragile twig snapped in her hands

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3
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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4
as in changing
to pass from one form, state, or level to another she abruptly snapped alert

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snapping
  1. popping
  2. changing
  3. shifting
  4. varying
  5. yelling
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  • The National World War II Museum Arguably the best World War II museum in the world, this comprehensive collection tells the story of the war that changed the world through impressive multimedia experiences, immersive exhibits, and an eye-popping number of artifacts and first-person detail.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Teased by Russo about the eye-popping value of the contract, Smith dismissed a report earlier this month by The Athletic pegging it at $120 million, going on to briefly elaborate on his dealmaking approach.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of popping
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  • At the same time, the AI seamlessly implements a range of impressive effects, such as altering his outfit, adding jewelry, changing his location and appearance, and even transforming himself into a felt puppet, with surprisingly convincing results.
    Paul Monckton, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The landscape is changing so quickly that any company that can’t pivot will be left behind in the blink of an eye.
    John Werner, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of changing
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  • About halfway through the year, the El Niño pattern faded, slowly shifting towards La Niña conditions, which are expected to begin early next year.
    Lauren Sommer, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Well, 2024 seems to have been a very busy year for the OECD and the OECD inclusive framework base erosion and profit shifting in terms of implementation of these two pillars.
    Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of shifting
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  • Retail stores that don’t sell liquor, like grocery stores and convenience stores, have varying hours for beer and wine sales depending on the day.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Hardy calls it a social comedy and it is peppered with humor of varying effectiveness, from some silly sequences featuring a mannequin’s head to the delightfully wacky business ideas of Rakeem.
    Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of varying
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  • The house’s owner, who was outside, ran at the dog, yelling, using some choice words.
    James Parker, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • And people get upset and start yelling, what the hell is this crap?
    Stephen Deusner, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of yelling
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