Clock and Flail

Clock

Clock verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.
Usage example: sick of being insulted, he swung around and clocked his tormentor hard enough to knock him off his bar stool
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Synonyms for Clock

Flail and clock are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Flail" instead a verb "Clock".

Nearby Words: clocking, clocked

Flail

Flail verb - To move or cause to move with a striking motion.
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Synonyms for Flail

Clock and flail are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Clock" instead a verb "Flail".

Nearby Words: flailed, flailing
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