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snapped

[snapt] / snæpt /
ADJECTIVE
tight
Synonyms
STRONGEST
airtight fast short uncomfortable
WEAK
blind blocked bolted choking clumped cramping crushing cutting fastened firm fixed hermetic hermetically sealed impenetrable impermeable impervious locked nailed obstructed padlocked pinching plugged proof secure shrunken shut skintight slammed smothering sound stopped up tied tied-up watertight
Antonyms
STRONGEST
loose
WEAK
open slack unsealed
ADJECTIVE
torn
Synonyms
STRONGEST
broken cracked damaged divided mangled ripped ruptured severed
STRONG
burst cleaved fractured gashed impaired lacerated ragged rent slashed sliced slit split wrenched
WEAK
shabby
Antonyms
STRONGEST
OK fixed unbroken working
WEAK
certain decided healed mended perfect resolute sure

Example Sentences

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Carey, 57, purchased the expansive dwelling in June 1999, when she snapped up two separate units in the same building for a combined $9 million, before combining them into the stunning triplex that exists today.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

The S&P 500 dipped 0.1% and snapped a seven-session winning streak.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

On Instagram, Baker has racked up about 5,000 followers, but has experienced increased publicity and sales since Eilish, known for hits Bad Guy and Birds of a Feather, snapped up her Fire Horses piece.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Ultimately these new manufacturers snapped up a chunk of the American auto business, with brands such as Toyota, Honda and Nissan and their high-quality, fuel-efficient models.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

“Enough!” said Commander Fitz, her voice sharp, and we both stopped yelling and snapped to attention.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin