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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

thwack

/θwæk/ verb · British & US
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What does thwack mean?

verb

To hit or strike something with a sudden, forceful blow, often with a flat object such as a bat or a paddle. A loud, sharp sound made by such a blow.

Example

"She gave the ball a good thwack with her racket, sending it flying over the net."

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