Clamp and Yank

Opposite meaning words

Clamp verb - To put securely in place or in a desired position.

Usage example: clamped the headphones to her ears and began to listen

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Yank is an antonym for clamp.

Nearby Words: clamped, clamping, clamper

Yank verb - To move or cause to move with a sharp quick motion.

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Clamp is an antonym for yank.

Nearby Words: yanked, Yankee, yanking

classic clamp

classic yank

clamp hand

yank hand

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