Sledgehammer and Thump

Sledgehammer

Sledgehammer verb - Beat with a sledgehammer.
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Thump and sledgehammer are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Thump" instead a verb "Sledgehammer".

Thump

Thump verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.
Usage example: thumped the desk with his hand as he delivered his speech
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Sledgehammer and thump are semantically related. You can use "Sledgehammer" instead a verb "Thump".

Nearby Words: thumping, thumped, thumper
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