as in punches
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
one well aimed slug on the head knocked him out
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as in snails
a lazy person
he's always a slug in the morning, which is why he prefers to sleep late
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as in hits
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
she got so angry that she slugged the back of the chair and knocked it over
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Recent Examples of slugs
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
Coffee grounds are great for keeping snails and slugs out of your flower beds and off your plants, while naturally enriching your soil at the same time.
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Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
So, too, do simultaneous hermaphrodites, a collection of creatures that includes most species of land snails, slugs, and earthworms.
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Elizabeth Kolbert,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
But in the garden, chervil is a powerhouse plant that can deter slugs and snails, while attracting beneficial bugs like hoverflies and ladybugs.
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Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 June 2026
Keeping Away Pests The alluring smell of a fresh cup of joe does not have the same effect on insects and pests like snails and slugs.
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Joey Skladany,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Watch your step for banana slugs.
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Daniel Bromfield,
The Mercury News,
6 Jan. 2025
Gastropods are a class of mollusks that include snails, slugs and whelks.
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Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
3 Jan. 2025
Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
Padilla and Hernandez toss out different accents – German (in which Storrie slugs a beer), Cajun, French, Shrek, Na’vi — even Shakespeare.
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Denise Petski,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
Machado slugs 169 points higher in wins.
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Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
Prevent snails and slugs by watering your plants in the morning so the soil dries before nightfall.
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Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
Coffee grounds are great for keeping snails and slugs out of your flower beds and off your plants, while naturally enriching your soil at the same time.
—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
So, too, do simultaneous hermaphrodites, a collection of creatures that includes most species of land snails, slugs, and earthworms.
—
Elizabeth Kolbert,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
But in the garden, chervil is a powerhouse plant that can deter slugs and snails, while attracting beneficial bugs like hoverflies and ladybugs.
—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 June 2026
Keeping Away Pests The alluring smell of a fresh cup of joe does not have the same effect on insects and pests like snails and slugs.
—
Joey Skladany,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Watch your step for banana slugs.
—
Daniel Bromfield,
The Mercury News,
6 Jan. 2025
Gastropods are a class of mollusks that include snails, slugs and whelks.
—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
The Texas first baseman slugs her team-high 12th homer of the year over the left-field fence as the Longhorns regain the lead.
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Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
Padilla and Hernandez toss out different accents – German (in which Storrie slugs a beer), Cajun, French, Shrek, Na’vi — even Shakespeare.
—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
Machado slugs 169 points higher in wins.
—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slugs
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Gunther took out Sami Zayn after a delay, but Sami stormed back into the match and hammered Gunther with punches.
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Members of Rita's loyalty program who use the Rita’s Ice app will get double loyalty punches with a purchase of the treat.
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So, too, do simultaneous hermaphrodites, a collection of creatures that includes most species of land snails, slugs, and earthworms.
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In outdoor ferns, slugs and snails can chew holes in fronds.
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Miguel said many customers are opting to grab their drinks and go rather than linger outside as smoke drifts through the neighborhood.
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Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
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Of course, the movie had to contend with the beloved Toy Story 5, and the staying power of recent horror hits like Obsession and Backrooms, so that at least explains it.
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For a good deal on a budget gaming laptop, this 35% discount on the Asus TUF 16 hits the sweet spot.
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Caprice is 5-foot-3, approximately 105 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes.
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Johnson, at 6-foot-6, 305 pounds, continues Tech’s recruiting theme.
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Because Hezbollah’s fiber-optic drones are so hard to detect, experts say multiple types of sensors are often needed simultaneously to accurately identify incoming threats – among them, optical, acoustic, radar and laser-based systems.
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Iran's neighbors, Kuwait and Bahrain, reported incoming missiles and drones overnight.
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The WanderFull HydroBag offers a stylish, hands-free way to keep your heavy Stanley tumbler or Owala bottle ready for sips during trips and treks.
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Espresso is meant to be savored in just a few sips, allowing its rich aromas and bold flavors to shine without distractions.
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From conveyor belts and baggage carts to overhead bins and taxi trunks, luggage is constantly subjected to bumps, knocks and rough handling.
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This knocks Europe out in a single shot.
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“Slugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slugs. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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