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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The UConn legend is still trying to climb out after an unnecessary clash with South Carolina rival Dawn Staley.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
The exemption debate is the latest clash between the digital assets industry and traditional finance firms.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 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
Stroll would not have expected a clash between Cowell and Newey, but he got one, so another change was made.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
No one is tempted to make that error, because like and conveniently are cheek by jowl, which makes the clash obvious.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
