Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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clout | Yes | No | Yes | No |
jab | Yes | No | Yes | No |
clout (noun) | jab (noun) |
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(boxing) a blow with the fist | a quick short straight punch |
a short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood | a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) |
special advantage or influence | the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow |
a target used in archery |
clout (verb) | jab (verb) |
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strike hard, especially with the fist | poke or thrust abruptly |
strike or punch with quick and short blows | |
stab or pierce |