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as in blow
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
a sailor punished for disobedience with lashes from the captain's whip
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2
as in whip
a long thin or flexible tool for striking
the rider repeatedly struck the horse with the lash to force it to go faster
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as in to whip
to strike repeatedly with something long and thin or flexible
the cat's tail nervously lashed the table leg
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
all night long sheets of rain lashed the windows
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as in to tie
to prevent (someone or something) from moving freely by or as if by means of a line or cord
The raft was made from several logs lashed together with a rope.
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Recent Examples of lash
Sophia Panych, Allure, 15 May 2025
Her look featured soft brows with bold, smokey eyes and long lashes.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 May 2025
Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 23 May 2025
So far during his second term, Trump has lashed out at companies such as Amazon, Bank of America, and Boeing.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 19 May 2025
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Noun
But according to our readers (and most of TikTok, basically), so is the wand and the formula, even for sparse lashes.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 15 May 2025
Her look featured soft brows with bold, smokey eyes and long lashes.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 May 2025
Verb
Trump's order welcoming Afrikaners also lashed out at Ramaphosa for going before the United Nations' highest court to charge Israel with genocide in its assault on Gaza.
—Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 23 May 2025
So far during his second term, Trump has lashed out at companies such as Amazon, Bank of America, and Boeing.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lash
Noun
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If approved, the cuts would served a devastating blow to the U.N., which is already struggling as other governments also cut contributions.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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Her relationship may have been seen as the ideal outcome of inner work, so its collapse may have felt disappointing, like a blow to their healing process.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Noun
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The captain, eager to crack a whip, joins the guests dressed as ringmaster, matching primary Rebecca.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
6 May 2025
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However, Schatz has emerged as a favorite after volunteering to pick up some of the whip’s duties in helping to manage the floor.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
25 Apr. 2025
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Not finishing the story is a real slap in the face to all the loyal fans who did stick around.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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During the final House vote, Republican lawmakers approached the speaker with congratulatory handshakes and back slaps.—
John Parkinson,
ABC News,
22 May 2025
Noun
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The straps are plush and easy to adjust, providing comfort during extended wear.—
Donna Kim,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2025
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Related Stories The high-gloss sandals echoed the sheen of her Western-style fringed jacket from Ferrari’s fall 2025 ready-to-wear collection, with the wraparound straps and fringe creating a cohesive sense of movement and texture.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
4 June 2025
Noun
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The Cardinals have enough right-handed thump (especially with Herrera) to utilize Burleson at his strength.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Literal flames surrounded the glow, both repelling and drawing you in more, followed by two loud, disorienting thumps.—
Christopher Rosa,
Glamour,
16 May 2025
Noun
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The punch of the stereotype derives from its resemblance to God’s honest truth.—
Caity Weaver,
The Atlantic,
5 June 2025
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How to Add Sardines and Anchovies to Your Diet Whether fresh or tinned, anchovies and sardines are both versatile fish that pack a punch of flavor.—
Helen Carefoot,
Verywell Health,
6 June 2025
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As artificial intelligence redefines human interactions, one question persists with scientific urgency and cultural weight: What happens to the brain's romantic blueprint when intimacy is filtered through screens, swipes and simulations?—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Even as more Americans tap, swipe or scan to pay, most still carry at least a little cash — and financial planners say that’s a good idea.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
25 May 2025
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No war has been launched by gunfire or a stroke of the blade alone.—
Ocean Vuong
June 4,
Literary Hub,
4 June 2025
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In some rare and severe cases, the parasites have caused strokes or heart attacks.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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“Lash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lash. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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