snap a twig

Frequency: 7.914.8 per million words

To break a twig suddenly with a sharp sound.

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Examples (10)

  • He tried to walk quietly, but accidentally snapped a twig under his boot.
  • The child mischievously snapped a twig from the bush.
  • Be careful not to snap any twigs when you're sneaking through the woods.
  • She heard him snap a twig and knew he was nearby.
  • With a quick movement, he snapped the dry twig in half.
  • The squirrel seemed to deliberately snap tiny twigs as it climbed the tree.
  • Could you please snap a few twigs for the fire?
  • The sound of someone snapping a twig made her jump.
  • He was so angry he felt like he could snap every twig in the forest.
  • Hunters learn to move silently, avoiding anything that might snap a twig.