thud

Example Sentences

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Every golfer knows the feeling: a solid swing, a hopeful flight, and then the soft thud as the ball disappears into a bunker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The discrepancy makes for a uniquely unnerving experience, especially in a theater with a decent sound system, where every unexpected thud can feel like it’s creeping in closer and closer.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

This one feels like it probably sounded really funny and smart at the table read, but it landed with a thud for the audience because the premise was so muddled.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

Two giants stare each other down before colliding with a dull thud.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

As I climb the deck stairs, there’s a thud somewhere out in the yard.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison