snap
Pronunciation: [snæp]
Context: "physical action"
(verb) to make a sudden, sharp sound by quickly breaking something or closing your fingers together. It's like when you quickly bend your fingers to make a sound. You might do it to get someone's attention.
Example
She snapped her fingers to show everyone it was time to start the game.
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He didn't snap his fingers because he was too shy to draw attention.
Example
Can you snap your fingers like this?
Context: "reaction"
(verb) to suddenly become very angry or upset. It's like when someone gets frustrated quickly and reacts strongly.
Example
After the teacher called on him, he snapped and said something rude.
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She stayed calm and didn't snap, even when she was annoyed.
Example
Have you ever snapped at someone when you were angry?
Context: "sound"
(noun) a sharp sound that happens quickly, like a break or a quick motion. It's the noise you hear when something is broken suddenly or when fingers touch each other in a snapping motion.
Example
The snap of the twig was loud in the quiet forest.
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There wasn’t a snap when she opened the package; it was very quiet.
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Did you hear the snap when he stepped on the stick?
Context: "game"
(noun) a quick and casual game or process often involving speed and quick thinking. You might play a game where you have to tap a card or say something fast.
Example
In the card game, everyone played a quick snap as soon as they saw matching pictures.
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The game wasn't fun because nobody could snap their cards fast enough.
Example
Have you ever played a snap game with your friends?