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

Verdugo Hills 8, Sun Valley Poly 2: Jered Smith hit a grand slam in the sixth inning to help the Dons reach the City Division I semifinals.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

These objects usually slam into the atmosphere at speeds exceeding 15 miles per second.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

Our car doors slam shut, one after another.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day