clunk
verb (used with or without object)
to hit hard, especially on the head.
clunks
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present tense formof clunk (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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At no point is Desiree’s identity presented in a way that clunks with “very special episode” messaging or talking points.
From Salon ● Feb. 6, 2025
McIlroy clunks a chip 15 feet past the hole.
From The Guardian ● May 17, 2019
To fix it, Mr. Mace said, the Met installed shims to restrict the freedom of movement within the two towers, eliminating the clunks during weight shifts.
From New York Times ● Sep. 21, 2018
But, like a 10-year-old Prius, the state’s strategy is showing its age, gathering problems and, as it clunks along, crying out for a tune-up.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 3, 2016
But it’s heavier than it looks, and I’m struggling with it, clenching my teeth as it clunks in place.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
