slapped
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Stellantis last year unveiled plans to shift the production of its next-generation Jeep Compass to Illinois from Brampton after the Trump administration slapped steep tariffs on foreign-made cars.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
Beaten easily by Calvert-Lewin for Leeds' second goal, slapped turf in frustration after the striker fired past him for the third and then failed to block Okafor's fourth.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
De Paula tossed his bat aside, looked into the Dodgers dugout and slapped his chest across the letters.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
And short of guaranteeing that someone gets slapped across the face every year, count on the Oscars to try to regain its distinction while courting viewers however possible.
From Salon ● Sep. 9, 2026
We slapped at them, tossing them up on the bank.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
