clash

clash
clash VERB 1) (of opposing groups) come into violent conflict. 2) disagree or be at odds. 3) (of colours) appear discordant when placed together. 4) (of dates or events) occur inconveniently at the same time. 5) strike together, producing a loud discordant sound.
NOUN an act or sound of clashing.
ORIGIN imitative.

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