Clout
Clout noun - A hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument.
Usage example: gave the stubborn handle a solid clout to make it turn
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Synonyms for Clout
Hit is a synonym for clout in impact topic. In some cases you can use "Hit" instead the word "Clout" as a verb or a noun, when it comes to topics like attack, smack.
Hit
Hit noun - A hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument.
Usage example: the quarterback can't take too many more hits like that and escape permanent injury
Clout is a synonym for hit in strike topic. You can use "Clout" instead the word "Hit" as a noun or a verb, if it concerns topics such as blow, attack, whack. informal substitute
Nearby Word: hitting
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- They've since used this clout they've earned from this to make a movie about an obscure comic book team that features a talking space raccoon; and it was a hit as well, ensuring they won't lose their license any time soon.
Source: Auteur License -
These many shady stockholders have since used their newfound wealth and clout when the company hit it big to, alternatively, go legit and/or use the company's resources to boost their illegal enterprises.
Source: Cut Lex Luthor a Check -
The serials have had two home video releases; on VHS in the 1990s and recently on DVD.Television SeriesIn 1966 producer William Dozier, wielding some clout owing to his smash hit series Batman, brought an adaption of The Green Hornet to the small screen as a Dramatic Half-Hour series.
Source: Franchise / The Green Hornet
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