Pummel and Slam

Pummel

Pummel verb - To strike repeatedly.
Usage example: pummeled the mugger with her fists until help arrived
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Synonyms for Pummel

Slam and pummel are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Slam" instead the word "Pummel" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: pummelled, pummelling

Slam

Slam verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.
Usage example: she slammed the ball deep into center field

Pummel and slam are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Pummel" instead the word "Slam" as a verb or a noun.

Common collocations

people pummel people slam people
way pummel way slam way
face pummel face slam face
head pummel head slam head
Other words: door, villain, opponent, enemy, opponents, enemies.
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