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clatter

[klat-er] / ˈklæt ər /




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The shuffling clatter of domino-shaped ceramic tiles drowned out the women’s laughter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Aromatics are where things begin: ginger, garlic, onions and their cousins; the soft clatter of mirepoix or soffritto; a bloom of spices warming in fat.

From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026

A nationwide noise ordinance is supposed to limit the din, especially late at night, but residents say the courtside clatter often goes unmuted.

From Barron's • Dec. 28, 2025

England lost six wickets for 39 runs in 11 overs, including 3-0 in six deliveries, continuing the clatter of wickets across the opening two days of the series at Perth Stadium.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

At the table beside them, a baby slammed its chubby palms on the tablecloth and the silverware jumped with a clatter.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng




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