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

Some games entirely errored out, some had hitches, and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite chips were targeting relatively low-end gaming to begin with. — Sean Hollister, The Verge, 15 Oct. 2026 That type of physicality can come in handy on plays like quick hitches, screens, drags run over the middle of the field. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2026 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

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

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Noun

Efforts to move the games to larger area venues, such as Gas South Arena (around 13,000 seats) and Georgia Tech’s McCamish Pavilion (8,600 seats), have hit snags, according to USA Today.

— Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026
Gurman claims the foldable is still on track for this fall, despite chatter about manufacturing snags.

— Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of snags

Noun

Many cities in South Florida have four-year mayoral terms, including Miami, Doral, Hialeah and South Miami.

— Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2026
After five terms, voters can fairly ask whether Washington has made life in this district more affordable.

— Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of terms

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

Similarly, cast and creator’s robust reputation should likely ensure the film secures healthy distribution across Asia and select western markets.

— James Marsh, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
The lace detailing at the hem of this oversized sweater dress secures it as a fun and feminine addition to your fall wardrobe that also happens to be on sale for $40.

— Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 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

Qualifying risks must involve more than $1 billion in damages or the deaths or serious injuries of over 50 people.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
Commercial incentives persist Koh said shipping companies around the world have continued looking for opportunities to navigate the Strait since the conflict erupted, with some operators prepared to accept higher risks and costs.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of risks

Noun

McManus, 35, has made 297 of 362 field-goal attempts (82%) during a 12-year career that has included stints with the Denver Broncos, Jacksonville Jaguars and Green Bay Packers.

— Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026
His résumé also includes stints at Burberry and Christophe Lemaire for Uniqlo.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

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