the clap

Example Sentences

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Eventually we heard the faint tinkle of cowbells, the clap of horses’ hooves, creaking caravan wheels, the strains of flamenco guitar, voices singing in unison.

From New York Times • May 8, 2023

The Clapper reduced a domestic command to its pure, performative moment: the clap that demands immediate action.

From Slate • Dec. 21, 2021

However, just the right atmospheric conditions were in place for the clap to travel far.

From Washington Post • Sep. 28, 2021

Here's our round-up of the clap, including some bus drivers in Antrim, Northern Ireland, showing off their parking skills.

From BBC • May 8, 2020

Stanley could count more than thirty seconds between the flash of lightning and the clap of thunder.

From "Holes" by Louis Sachar