Slam
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British pronunciation/slˈæm/
American pronunciation/ˈsɫæm/

Definition och Betydelse av "slam"

to slam
01

slå, smälla

to hit or strike with great force, often making a loud noise
Complex Transitive: to slam sth on sth | to slam sth with sth
to slam definition and meaning
02

smälla, stänga hårt

to forcefully or violently shut or close a door, lid, or other object
Transitive: to slam sth
2.1

smälla, stänga med kraft

(of a door, lid, or other object) to be closed or shut with force
03

slå med styrka, slamma

to hit or throw an object with great strength and intensity
Complex Transitive: to slam sth somewhere
04

hoppa, dansa våldsamt

to engage in a style of dance often involving jumping, pushing, and colliding with other dancers
Intransitive
01

skarpt uttalande, angripande kommentar

an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
02

grand slam, slam kontrakt

a contract bid in which the declarer aims to win all thirteen tricks, that is, to take all the remaining tricks after the opening lead

What is a "slam"?

A slam in card games like bridge refers to a contract where a team aims to win a large number of tricks, typically 12 or all 13. There are two types of slams: a small slam, which requires winning 12 tricks, and a grand slam, which requires winning all 13 tricks. A slam is a highly ambitious bid and often indicates that a player or team has a very strong hand. Successfully completing a slam results in a higher score compared to regular contracts, as it demonstrates a significant level of skill and hand strength.

03

smäll, kollision

a forceful impact that makes a loud noise
04

dunk, smäll

the noise made by the forceful impact of two objects
05

slam, poet tävling

a poetry competition in which contestants recite their poems and the audience chooses the winner

What is a "slam"?

A slam is a competitive event in which poets perform their original works before an audience, often featuring a combination of spoken word, performance, and audience engagement. Slam poetry emphasizes both the delivery and content of the poems, encouraging poets to express their emotions and ideas with energy and passion. Participants are judged by audience members or appointed judges, and scores are often given based on criteria like creativity, performance style, and emotional impact. This dynamic form of poetry has gained popularity for its accessibility and ability to address social issues, personal experiences, and cultural themes, fostering a vibrant community of poets and fans.

slam

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slammer

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slammer

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Exempel
In a moment of anger, the player slammed the chess piece onto the board.
The chef angrily slammed the pot on the stove, causing a loud clatter.
Cars often slam into each other when drivers are not paying attention.
In a fit of frustration, he slammed the malfunctioning phone on the desk.
Frustrated with the argument, she had to slam her hand on the table to make a point.
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