slammed

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A parliamentary official known as Black Rod will have the door of the lower chamber House of Commons slammed in their face, a tradition that symbolises parliament's independence from the monarchy.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

The Dali, a 900-foot containership registered in Singapore, slammed into the bridge in 2024, knocking a large section of the span into the Patapsco River.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Bianco slammed Bonta for trying to halt his investigation, which he said was “probably one of the most easy criminal investigations you could ever, ever imagine” and normal work for a sheriff.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

The move was slammed by national health advocates, who claimed it was made to “confuse” the public.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

One look outside, and the princess immediately slammed it shut and spun around with a look of terror in her eyes.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley