A1 noun Neutral #2,718 most common

clash

/klæʃ/

A clash is a loud noise made when two metal objects hit each other. It also describes a situation where two people, groups, or ideas disagree strongly or when two colors do not look good together.

Examples

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1

There was a loud clash when the two cars hit each other.

There was a loud clash when the two cars hit each other.

2

The government faces a major clash with the opposition party over the new tax law.

The government faces a major clash with the opposition party over the new tax law.

3

Your bright green socks and orange shoes are a bit of a clash.

Your bright green socks and orange shoes are a bit of a clash.

Word Family

Noun
clash
Verb
clash
Adjective
clashing
Related
conflict
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Memory Tip

Think of the 'CL' in 'clash' as two 'CLubs' hitting each other in a fight.

Quick Quiz

I cannot attend both parties because there is a ______ in the times.

Correct!

The correct answer is: clash

Examples

1

There was a loud clash when the two cars hit each other.

everyday

There was a loud clash when the two cars hit each other.

2

The government faces a major clash with the opposition party over the new tax law.

formal

The government faces a major clash with the opposition party over the new tax law.

3

Your bright green socks and orange shoes are a bit of a clash.

informal

Your bright green socks and orange shoes are a bit of a clash.

4

The study examines the clash between traditional values and modern technology.

academic

The study examines the clash between traditional values and modern technology.

5

We need to reschedule because there is a clash in our meeting times.

business

We need to reschedule because there is a clash in our meeting times.

Word Family

Noun
clash
Verb
clash
Adjective
clashing
Related
conflict

Common Collocations

clash of interests a situation where different goals conflict
culture clash disagreement between different social groups
violent clash a physical fight with force
scheduling clash two events happening at the same time
personality clash disagreement because of different characters

Common Phrases

clash of the titans

a conflict between very powerful people or groups

head-on clash

a direct and very strong disagreement

clash of cultures

misunderstanding between people from different backgrounds

Often Confused With

clash vs crash

A crash is a physical accident or a sudden failure, while a clash is more about disagreement or colors not matching.

clash vs crush

A crush means to press something until it breaks, or a romantic feeling for someone.

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Usage Notes

Use 'clash' when talking about two things that cannot exist together easily, whether they are schedules, colors, or opinions.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often say 'a crash in my schedule' when they should use 'a clash in my schedule'.

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Memory Tip

Think of the 'CL' in 'clash' as two 'CLubs' hitting each other in a fight.

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Word Origin

From Middle English 'classhen,' which was likely created to imitate the sound of two objects hitting each other.

Grammar Patterns

countable noun (plural: clashes) often followed by the preposition 'between' or 'with' can be used as both a noun and a verb

Quick Quiz

I cannot attend both parties because there is a ______ in the times.

Correct!

The correct answer is: clash

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