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 clash prompted Leo to tell reporters during a flight to Algeria: “I have no fear of either the Trump administration, or speaking out loudly about the message of the gospel.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Fire and ice do clash beautifully, but the action here is merely serviceable and dark.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
So far the unprecedented clash between the leader of the most powerful military on Earth and the head of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics shows no signs of abating.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
"They are heading into a free week to prepare for a monstrous clash next weekend."
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
The clash of swords echoed from an open doorway, and he paused.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
