whangs

noun

plural of whang
as in clashes
the loud sound made when metal strikes metal the incessant whang of a wrench on the exhaust pipe as she fixed the car

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  1. clashes
  2. rattles
  3. rings
Noun
  • The Premier League’s 2026-27 handbook contains 29 rules about ‘Players’ Identification and Strip’, spanning topics like sponsorship, shirt numbers, captain’s armbands, and preventing kit clashes with opponents and match officials.
    — Cerys Jones, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Police special forces responded with flash grenades during the clashes, which officials said lasted until the early hours of Sunday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of clashes
Noun
  • LightDesire Musical Caterpillar Tummy Time Toy From squeaking noises to baby rattles to teething toys, this music caterpillar contributes to a complete multi-sensory experience.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Owner complaints around the current-generation Tundra have included interior rattles and occasional trim or electronic issues.
    — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of rattles
Noun
  • Steve Steve Young took the torch from Joe Montana in San Francisco and won three Super Bowl rings and a pair of MVP awards.
    — Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The chain also offers fries, onion chips, mozzarella sticks and chicken rings, to name a few fan-favorite sides.
    — Greta Cross, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of rings
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“Whangs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whangs. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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