Close and Slam

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Close

Close verb - To position (something) so as to prevent passage through an opening.

Usage example: be sure to close the gate when you leave

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Slam is a synonym for close in impact topic. In some cases you can use "Slam" instead a verb "Close", when it comes to topics like obstruct, shut.

Nearby Words: closed, closeness, closing, closely, closure

Slam

Slam verb - To shove into a closed position with force and noise.

Usage example: please don't slam the door every time you step out

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Close is a synonym for slam in impact topic. Sometimes you can use "Close" instead a verb "Slam", if it concerns topics such as throw or push very hard.

Mutual synonyms

shut

Common collocations

house	close house	slam house
hand	close hand	slam hand
time	close time	slam time
way	close way	slam way
Other words: game, door, lid, fist, times.

Both words in one sentence

Not only are monsters unable to open doors, allowing you to open the door, attack, and slam it shut again, all doors open and close vertically.

Source: Tactical Door Use
He can prevent any attack from even getting close to him and can slam his enemies into submission with impunity.

Source: Western Animation / Ben 10: Omniverse
Ground Punch: The warlord will slam both of his hands into the ground if Wang is too close, dealing damage for several feet around him.

Source: Video Game / Shadow Warrior (2013)

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