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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As a result, these influencers often clash with their local bishops, putting up resistance when told to rein in their posting.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
In Iran, the U.S. and Tehran regularly clash, as they did Tuesday evening.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
The stand-off leaves the new government facing a constitutional clash with a remnant of the previous regime.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
However, the anticipated state finals clash was not to be as Calabasas dropped the baton in the Southern Section finals and failed to advance.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
Many loud yells in orc-speech answered him, and the ringing clash of weapons being drawn.
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
