as in hitting
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
she got so angry that she slugged the back of the chair and knocked it over
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Recent Examples of slugging
Myers ended his career with the Cincinnati Reds in 2023, slugging three home runs in 37 games in the Queen City.
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The New York Yankees capped a busy week by trading star closer Devin Williams to the New York Yankees Friday while the Chicago Cubs landed slugging outfielder Kyle Tucker, a three-time All-Star, from the Houston Astros.
—Dan Schlossberg, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Los Angeles Angels – After losing a franchise-record 99 times in 2024, this team began its rebuild early, landing slugging DH Jorge Soler from Atlanta.
—Dan Schlossberg, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Either way, Santander may be the best option because of his switch-hitting ability and slugging potential.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Despite slugging 15 home runs with 44 doubles and 97 RBI in 2024, the 28-year-old has been available on the trade market.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
That will change, however, if the team signs Soto, slugging infielders Willy Adames or Alex Bregman, or top-rated starting pitchers Corbin Burnes or Max Fried.
—Dan Schlossberg, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Soto finished third in the voting while slugging a career-high 41 homers to go along with 109 RBI.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Over a four-inning span – from the top of the eighth inning of Game 2 to the bottom of the second inning in Game 3, the Padres scored twelve runs on twelve hits while slugging six home runs.
—Dan Freedman, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The New York Yankees capped a busy week by trading star closer Devin Williams to the New York Yankees Friday while the Chicago Cubs landed slugging outfielder Kyle Tucker, a three-time All-Star, from the Houston Astros.
—Dan Schlossberg, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Los Angeles Angels – After losing a franchise-record 99 times in 2024, this team began its rebuild early, landing slugging DH Jorge Soler from Atlanta.
—Dan Schlossberg, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Either way, Santander may be the best option because of his switch-hitting ability and slugging potential.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Despite slugging 15 home runs with 44 doubles and 97 RBI in 2024, the 28-year-old has been available on the trade market.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
That will change, however, if the team signs Soto, slugging infielders Willy Adames or Alex Bregman, or top-rated starting pitchers Corbin Burnes or Max Fried.
—Dan Schlossberg, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Soto finished third in the voting while slugging a career-high 41 homers to go along with 109 RBI.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Over a four-inning span – from the top of the eighth inning of Game 2 to the bottom of the second inning in Game 3, the Padres scored twelve runs on twelve hits while slugging six home runs.
—Dan Freedman, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slugging
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United have scored 23 goals in 20 Premier League games, off the back of hitting 57, 58, and 57 goals in the past three full seasons.—
David Ornstein,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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Before hitting the East Coast, this storm hit the Midwest on Sunday.—
Max Golembo,
ABC News,
6 Jan. 2025
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The group in the other vehicle surround Martinez between the two vehicles, with two people repeatedly punching her while a third person pulls her legs, taking her to the ground.—
Nathan Solis,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Dec. 2024
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According to Hallman, Forrest-Stitt responded by allegedly assaulting him, punching him in the chest, hitting his mouth, and causing injuries, including a busted lip and a painful bicep injury.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
11 Dec. 2024
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Hundreds of drones being used as part of a Saturday night aerial light show in Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando appeared to be flying into position before several started falling from the sky before slamming to the ground, according to videos posted online.—
Louis Casiano,
Fox News,
23 Dec. 2024
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His endorsement of the AfD came alongside a video of a far-right German commentator slamming the leading candidate to become Germany’s next chancellor, the conservative Friedrich Merz.—
Laura Kelly,
The Hill,
20 Dec. 2024
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The crowd was so excited that the plexiglass behind us was pounding.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Dec. 2024
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Prepare for fast, heart-pounding action and brutal competition in this multiplayer game.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Union also can be seen clapping beside them.—
Emma Aerin Becker,
People.com,
25 Dec. 2024
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Takeaways As some players danced to the music playing in the background, Davis was clapping and talking excitedly to his charges.—
Vic Tafur,
The Athletic,
23 Dec. 2024
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There were other chances, goals ruled out, Murphy striking the crossbar, and then Joelinton gilded the scoreline after intercepting a pass out from Amadou Onana that straddled negligence and criminality.—
George Caulkin,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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In a wide-ranging interview with NPR, Governor Maher Marwan, 42, said that Syria's new government did not want to seek conflict with Israel, which has been striking strategic military installations in Syria since the regime of former President Bashar al-Assad fell earlier this month.—
Hadeel Al-Shalchi,
NPR,
27 Dec. 2024
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Take a look through the list, then pick your potion—and be sure to consult with your physician before swiping anything onto your delicate lash line.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
24 Dec. 2024
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Using it is as simple as placing a few drops on a cotton round and swiping it across your face.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
19 Dec. 2024
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And the itemizing of it, breaking it up, short form, the clipping it out.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
18 Dec. 2024
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No one can explain why his condition isn’t improving, but Dexter begins to pick up on some clues, namely that Nurse Mary is clipping obituaries from the newspaper.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 Dec. 2024
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