slamming

Example Sentences

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Jackson can be heard saying it “isn’t going to be scripted,” before hitting the ring, lifting Smith over his shoulder and slamming him to the mat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

In parliament ahead of the vote, Bolojan defended his push for reforms, slamming the motion as "deceitful, cynical, and contrived."

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

United says it has saved millions of connections for customers—and saved employees from slamming the door on them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

Take Back Power shared footage on social media of the incident, which showed one protester slamming a large foil tray of crumble at the glass.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Hannah pauses as a couple of dudes on four-wheelers roar by her, slamming to a stop at the fuel pump.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith