slam
Example Sentences
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The Trojans slammed home one alley-oop, then another, then another in the second half.
From Los Angeles Times
England took six wickets before lunch on Saturday to wrap up Australia's second innings for 349 with Travis Head slamming 170.
From Barron's
Even the best pitchers give up a grand slam from time to time, and a winning record requires constant attention and adjustment.
In the single-voice readings, you must imagine the shrieking, which goes on even after Harry has slammed the book shut in fright.
Before the craft could take off, Logan allegedly slammed the plane head-on into a hangar wall.
From Los Angeles Times
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