HITCHES Synonyms: 157 Similar and Opposite Words

hitches 1 of 2

noun

plural of hitch

as in snags

a danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized there are always a few hitches when you launch a system as complex as this one

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as in terms

a fixed period of time during which a person holds a job or position signed on for a three-year hitch in the army

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hitches

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of hitch

as in jerks

to move or cause to move with a sharp quick motion kept hitching up his pants because they were too big in the waist

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as in connects

to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole she escaped out the window by using a makeshift rope of bedsheets and clothing she'd hitched together

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as in secures

to put securely in place or in a desired position hitched the trailer to the back of the car

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as in bums

to travel by securing free rides her brother hitched across the country after he graduated from college

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Recent Examples of hitches

Noun

The process had a few hitches in it caused by the divorce, but the Swopes showed up regularly at their immigration meetings as scheduled, working through the long process. — Ben Fenwick, Oklahoma Watch, 12 July 2026 Before every project hits the factory floor, a computer analysis calculates every cut and sorts out unforeseen hitches that can bring traditional projects to a halt such as conflicts between plumbing lines and bearing walls, Glenn said. — Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026 In Houston, some drivers were up to their trailer hitches in lapping waters, while photos from Waco, Texas, showed roadways washed away by the storms. — Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 15 June 2026 Legal glitches and hitches will eventually be found when AI laws are passed without suitable scrutiny and analysis. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026 The incidents involving contact with chains, trailer hitches, poles, and curbs indicate recurring limitations in detecting smaller or irregular obstacles, especially during reversing maneuvers. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026 All three of these Yakima racks use trailer hitches for mounting, rather than suction, roof racks, or your rear door. — Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 13 May 2026 But her journey hasn’t been without a few hitches. — Aaron Tolentino, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026 The draft horse shows this week during the stock show’s 120th anniversary will include 15 six-horse hitches, or six horses pulling a wagon. — Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026

Verb

Following her character’s breakup with a cowboy (played by Luke Grimes), Langley hitches a ride back to Tennessee with a sage country singer who’s already seen it all (Miranda Lambert). — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2026 Piecemeal progress As Scott hitches his legacy to trying to eradicate the thousands of vacant homes that have blighted the city for decades, the contrast between the two neighborhoods may be the biggest hurdle. — Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 13 Dec. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hitches

Noun

Remove Bits and Bobs Be sure to remove pins or buckles from clothing items before placing them in the washer—zip the zippers on your clothing, close snaps and hooks, and secure Velcro to prevent snags and abrasion.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 30 Aug. 2026
Seeing the Braves compete in this series with the Dodgers, from the walk-off win to the ace performances to the timely snags to Truist Park’s eruptions, hearkened back memories of October 2021.

— Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of snags

Noun

According to the memo, the special rate contract between Google and Entergy provides an initial term of 20 years that will automatically renew for successive three-year terms until either party provides notice of termination or non-renewal.

— Sydney Sasser, Arkansas Online, 1 Sep. 2026
Tottenham have made an enquiry and a loan deal has been agreed, with player terms still to be finalised.

— The Athletic UK Staff, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026

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Verb

In a viral video of the aftermath, the robot jerks back and forth to shake the glass off, showering yet more dangerous shards onto the sidewalk.

— Frank Landymore, Futurism, 26 Mar. 2026
Ross’s video does not show if the SUV made contact with him, as the camera angle jerks up to the sky.

— Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 12 Jan. 2026

Definition of jerks

Verb

The property celebrates nature, with biophilic design that effortlessly connects guests with the sand, sea, and sky outside; fittingly, the signature experiences at Patina Maldives are rooted in communion with nature as well.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
The new solution connects with existing legal software such as iManage, NetDocuments, Docusign, and many others.

— Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of connects

Verb

Each of the four fold-out implements within the Helton chassis locks in place via a simple liner lock-style mechanism between the scales that secures the tool at the joint.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2026
The oil deal between the United States and Venezuela, which secures American access to more than 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves, promises something both countries want.

— Tibisay Zea, Christian Science Monitor, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of secures

Verb

The joy Lisa has with her RHUGT cast compared with the dread her RHOSLC cast seems to bring her really bums me out — especially because of how much of this trip is championing the sisterhood of Housewives.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
Critical thinking really bums them out.

— Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026

Definition of bums

Noun

When social media constantly reminds us there’s another metric to optimize, healthy self-improvement risks fueling self-criticism and anxiety around our bodies, health and self-image.

— Jennifer Donnelly, Scientific American, 30 Aug. 2026
The groups accuse the company of not disclosing all chemicals emitted during the fire, posing health risks for local residents.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of risks

Noun

Plough served as a UCD assistant on multiple stints and is in his third season as head coach, seeking his third successive FCS playoff berth.

— Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026
McDonald’s debuted the spicy nuggets in 2020 and have brought them back a few times for limited-time stints.

— Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Sep. 2026

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