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Definition clash in American English

clash verb

verb
/klæʃ/
1

if two groups of people clash, they suddenly start fighting with each other

Example

Angry students clashed with riot police in Miami yesterday.

Synonyms and related words
fight grapple wrestle
2

to argue very angrily with someone

Example

Morgan clashed with editors over whether to publish the story.

3

if two teams or players clash, they play an important game or competition against each other

Example

The two teams clashed in the regional playoffs.

Synonyms and related words
play race meet
4

if two colors, patterns, etc. clash, they do not look good together

Example

His T-shirt clashed with his shorts.

Synonyms and related words
look awful clash look like a bomb has hit it
5

if two events clash, they happen at the same time, so that you cannot be present at both of them

Example

The conference dates clash with John's wedding.

Synonyms and related words
go together coincide go with
6

if two metal objects clash, or if you clash them, they hit each other and make a loud sound

Synonyms and related words
bang beep blare
Definition clash in American English