Sledgehammer and Thwack

Sledgehammer

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

Thwack

Thwack verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.
Usage example: thwacked the growling dog on the nose with a rolled-up newspaper
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Sledgehammer and thwack are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Sledgehammer" instead a verb "Thwack".

Nearby Words: thwacked, thwacking
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