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to slash
01
skära, hacka
to violently cut with a quick move using a knife, etc.
Transitive: to slash sb/sth | to slash at a target
Example
The assailant slashed at the victim with a sharp knife, leaving deep wounds on their arm.
He narrowly avoided being slashed by the attacker's blade by ducking behind a nearby counter.
She screamed for help as the mugger slashed at her purse with a switchblade, attempting to steal her belongings.
02
klippa, skarva
to create deliberate cuts or openings in fabric for decorative or functional purposes
Transitive: to slash fabric or a garment
Example
The designer slashed the sleeves of the dress to add a modern, edgy look.
She carefully slashed the jeans at the knees to give them a distressed appearance.
In traditional Japanese fashion, kimono sleeves are often slashed to enhance movement.
03
slå, piska
to whip or strike violently with forceful, sweeping movements
Transitive: to slash sb/sth
Example
In a fit of rage, he slashed the air with his fists, venting his frustration.
The attacker suddenly appeared and slashed the unsuspecting victim across the face.
The boxer slashed his opponent with a series of rapid punches, aiming for the body and head.
04
sänka, skära
to significantly reduce something, such as a price, quantity, or value
Transitive: to slash a value or quantity
Example
The store slashed the prices of its winter coats by 50 % to clear out inventory.
The company slashed its workforce by half in response to declining profits.
Due to oversupply, the farmer had to slash the price of his tomatoes by 75 %.
05
svänga, prassla
to produce a sharp, snapping sound by swiftly moving a whip or similar object through the air
Transitive: to slash a whip or similar object
Example
The cowboy slashed his whip above the herd, causing them to scatter.
With a quick flick of her wrist, she slashed the whip, making a loud cracking noise.
The martial arts instructor demonstrated a powerful kick by slashing his leg through the air.
Slash
01
snitt, sår
a wound made by cutting
02
snitt, hugg
a strong sweeping cut made with a sharp instrument
What is a "slash"?
A slash (/) is a punctuation mark used to indicate a choice between two or more options, separate items, or show a relationship between words. It is often used in expressions like "and/or" to suggest that either option may apply. For example, in the phrase "Please bring your pen/pencil," the slash indicates that either item is acceptable. Slashes are also used in dates, such as "12/31/2024," or to separate lines of poetry when quoted in a single line. By providing clarity and brevity, slashes enhance the efficiency of written communication.
Example
The recipe called for 1/2 cup of sugar, with the slash representing a fraction.
04
avverkningsområde, brandskadad mark
an open tract of land in a forest that is strewn with debris from logging (or fire or wind)
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