\ ˈslam-ˈbaŋ 
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\Definition of slam-bang
1 : unduly loud or violent
a slam-bang clatter
2 : having fast-paced often nonstop action
a slam-bang adventure novel
3 : vigorously enthusiastic
made a slam-bang effort to win
Synonyms & Antonyms for slam-bang
Synonyms
- blaring,
- blasting,
- booming,
- clamorous,
- clangorous,
- deafening,
- earsplitting,
- loud,
- piercing,
- plangent,
- resounding,
- ringing,
- roaring,
- sonorous,
- stentorian,
- thundering,
- thunderous
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“Slam-bang.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slam-bang. Accessed 26 Jan. 2021.
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The first known use of slam-bang was circa 1823
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