slamming

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China Eastern flight MU5375 was travelling from Kunming to Guangzhou on March 21, 2022, when the jet inexplicably fell from an altitude of 29,000 feet, slamming into a mountain.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Jackson can be heard saying it “isn’t going to be scripted,” before hitting the ring, lifting Smith over his shoulder and slamming him to the mat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

But she went even further in a separate video shared on social media, slamming the first lady's suggestion.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The tech sector is already slamming the brakes on some of its more lavish spending, and private consumer debts are piling up.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

“Me wants me Bhaer,” said the mite, slamming down her book and running to meet him.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott