Synonyms for

Slugging

Verb / ˈslʌgɪŋ / Another word for slugging — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to hit someone or something very hard, especially with your fist

Synonyms & similar words

stagnate idle slug slog work laze swig hit strike punch smack whack beat thump batter assault wallop pummel thwack clobber sock clout bop bash knock slap spank

Example sentences

  1. He was slugging the baseball with his bat.
  2. The bullies were slugging each other in the playground.
  3. The boxer was slugging his opponent with powerful punches.
  4. The carpenter was slugging the hammer on the nail.
  5. The wrestler was slugging his opponent with fierce blows.

Quotes

  • The hardest part about being a slugger is knowing when not to slug.
  • I'm a slugger, not a boxer. I don't have the footwork. I'm not Floyd Mayweather. I'm not Sugar Ray Leonard.
  • I can slug a little. I can fly a little. And I can field a little. But I can't do all three. I'm not that good.

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