1
as in shutting
to shove into a closed position with force and noise
please don't slam the door every time you step out
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2
as in knocking
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
she slammed the ball deep into center field
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as in bumping
to come into usually forceful contact with something
the car slammed into the wall with a fearful crunch
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as in attacking
to criticize harshly and usually publicly
slammed the cast members for forgetting their lines on opening night
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Recent Examples of slamming
The bomber was in the air a very short time before slamming into the ground about halfway down the runway.
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ABC News, 17 June 2026
By Monday morning, Israeli politicians from across the spectrum were already slamming the deal, despite the fact that its details remain largely ill-defined.
—Matt Bradley, NBC news, 15 June 2026
Commenters on the council of Villasimius' Facebook page were less than thrilled about the new rules, slamming the umbrella rule as unsafe and deeming the beach cost unfair.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
The Massachusetts Republican Party is slamming both Markey and Healey for backing Platner.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Hugh Laurie has apologized to a writer after slamming her criticisms of House on social media.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 9 June 2026
Hogan was seen picking up the 520-pound behemoth and slamming him down on the ground.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
Boyd pitcher Colton Patton took over on the mound in the ninth inning, slamming the door and securing the title.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 June 2026
Or during the Season 2 finale, when the tension between the two former friends comes to a head and Maddy chases Cassie down, slapping her and slamming her into a wall.
—Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
ABC News, 17 June 2026
By Monday morning, Israeli politicians from across the spectrum were already slamming the deal, despite the fact that its details remain largely ill-defined.
—Matt Bradley, NBC news, 15 June 2026
Commenters on the council of Villasimius' Facebook page were less than thrilled about the new rules, slamming the umbrella rule as unsafe and deeming the beach cost unfair.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
The Massachusetts Republican Party is slamming both Markey and Healey for backing Platner.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Hugh Laurie has apologized to a writer after slamming her criticisms of House on social media.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 9 June 2026
Hogan was seen picking up the 520-pound behemoth and slamming him down on the ground.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
Boyd pitcher Colton Patton took over on the mound in the ninth inning, slamming the door and securing the title.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 June 2026
Or during the Season 2 finale, when the tension between the two former friends comes to a head and Maddy chases Cassie down, slapping her and slamming her into a wall.
—Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slamming
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An iconic New York City tourist destination will soon be shutting its doors for good.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The textile mill that gave Berkshire its name was the original bad business, one Buffett nursed for 20 years before finally shutting it down.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
1 June 2026
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 June 2026
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Newsom’s office said that along with the FBI, agents from the IRS have been knocking on doors and asking questions.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Hemani’s case landed at a time when state cannabis laws and federal gun rules are bumping heads more than ever.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Use light pressure when rubbing the skin, and avoid washing multiple peaches at once to prevent them from bumping into each other.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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After the good Samaritan got him off the woman, witnesses say the man wandered to produce and began attacking a 16-year-old boy, but Garbe had followed him.—
Joy Benedict,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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After coming close on numerous attacking opportunities in the first, the Real Madrid star put England ahead for the good in the opening moments of the second.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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And on the other hand, there've been some folks who would like to see me out every day, right, banging the drum.—
Mark Guarino,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
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Cars pushed through the crowd, hitting at least one person as agitators continued banging, kicking and blocking government vehicles.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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The deputy's response, seen on bodycam video slapping the suspect during her arrest, is under review, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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In the run-up to the elections, Russia upped pressure on its ally by slapping import bans on Armenian products, including fresh fruit, flowers and spirits.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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He was found dead at a villa with head injuries after a night out, local outlet Majorca Daily Bulletin reported at the time, and he was believed to have died after colliding with a glass window.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Sports and fashion are colliding in a major way this season (hello, World cup), and the style set is fully embracing the trend.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
15 June 2026
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The princess hilariously put her little brother in his place by scolding him.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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On March 12, the judge sought to change the journalists’ seating arrangement in court after scolding them for asking İmamoğlu questions during a hearing.—
Kaya Genç,
The Dial,
9 June 2026
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“Slamming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slamming. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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