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Vocabulary Entry
slam
|verb • noun • noun
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V
verb
To close something forcefully or noisily.
Example Sentences
"She slammed the door in anger."
"He slammed his fist on the table to get attention."
"The car slammed into the barrier during the accident."
N
noun
A forceful impact or collision.
Example Sentences
"He felt the slam of the waves against the boat."
"The slam of the door echoed in the hall."
"She heard the loud slam when the car crashed."
N
noun
A competitive event or game, often one with a specific goal or endpoint.
Example Sentences
"The slam attracted players from all over the country."
"He prepared for the basketball slam by practicing every day."
"The chess slam was intense, with all players focused on their strategies."