Clunk

To make a dull, heavy sound, often associated with two hard objects colliding. This sound can signify something falling, a machine malfunctioning, or something being dropped carelessly. It can also describe the less literal action of moving slowly and heavily. It may be applied to sounds, objects, or actions, emphasizing a lack of elegance or precision and suggesting clumsiness, and a sense of finality when an object has reached its destination such as the bottom of a box.

Clunk meaning with examples

• I accidentally dropped the toolbox, and it landed on the concrete with a resounding clunk. Everything spilled out from inside. The heavy sound echoed through the garage, and I winced knowing it was now ruined, it would take a while to fix it and be safe to use again.
• The old car struggled up the hill, its engine emitting a series of coughs and then a final clunk as it finally died. It was probably the engine, but also the fuel line and water pump were failing. Now it was just a piece of metal, it would be time to start saving for a new one.
• With a heavy sigh and a determined, clunk, he placed the heavy suitcase on the floor, ending the long and arduous journey he made to the top of the hill. It was so tiring to carry it for so long. Then he sank into the chair, now at his destination, and was at ease.
• The old refrigerator's door made a loud clunk when it closed, a testament to its age. It was starting to fail completely and would soon need replacing. It wasn't as efficient as the newer models, but for now, it was still keeping food cold.
• With a heavy sigh and a determined clunk, he placed the heavy suitcase on the floor, ending the long and arduous journey he made to the top of the hill.
• The old refrigerator's door made a loud clunk when it closed, a testament to its age.
• I accidentally dropped the toolbox, and it landed on the concrete with a resounding clunk.
• The old car struggled up the hill, its engine emitting a series of coughs and then a final clunk.