clash
Usage
What are other ways to say clash?
The noun clash implies a direct and sharp collision between opposing parties, efforts, interests, etc.: a clash of opinions. Struggle implies vigorous bodily effort or violent exertion: a hand-to-hand struggle. A brush is a brief encounter or skirmish: a brush with the law.
Example Sentences
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South Carolina in the Final Four was always going to be a titanic clash of the most towering figures in women’s college basketball.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
The exemption debate is the latest clash between the digital assets industry and traditional finance firms.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
It was an entertaining Elite Eight clash that was brought to you by two coaches who staged, like up-and-coming chefs, under two of the greatest leaders the sports world has known.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026
World Athletics usually stages the championships in either August or September, which would typically clash with English football's fixture schedule.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
“I’m fine, Father. It’s only my allergies because of the weather, you know, the clash of harmattan and rainy season.”
From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
