slam

Example Sentences

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A crowded trade could be about to slam into reverse.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

A joint European-Chinese spacecraft blasted into orbit Tuesday to investigate what happens when extreme winds and giant explosions of plasma shot out from the Sun slam into Earth's magnetic shield.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Fans at Easton Stadium anticipated another grand slam, holding up their cell phones hoping to catch some magic.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Lorenze takes inspiration from the distinctive on-court look of tennis’s only clay grand slam.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

I slam the table, knocking over a few of the chess pieces.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin