slash
Third Person
slashes
Present Participle
slashing
Past Tense
slashed
Past Participle
slashed
1
to violently cut with a quick move using a knife, etc.
transitive
- The assailant slashed at the victim with a sharp knife, leaving deep wounds on their arm.
- He narrowly avoided being slashed by the attacker's blade by ducking behind a nearby counter.
- She screamed for help as the mugger slashed at her purse with a switchblade, attempting to steal her belongings.
- He received stitches after accidentally slashing his hand while chopping vegetables in the kitchen.
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2
to create deliberate cuts or openings in fabric for decorative or functional purposes
transitive
- The designer slashed the sleeves of the dress to add a modern, edgy look.
- She carefully slashed the jeans at the knees to give them a distressed appearance.
- In traditional Japanese fashion, kimono sleeves are often slashed to enhance movement.
- The costume designer slashed the fabric of the cloak to mimic battle damage for the stage production.
- As a DIY project, she slashed an old t-shirt to turn it into a trendy crop top.
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3
to whip or strike violently with forceful, sweeping movements
transitive
- In a fit of rage, he slashed the air with his fists, venting his frustration.
- The attacker suddenly appeared and slashed the unsuspecting victim across the face.
- The boxer slashed his opponent with a series of rapid punches, aiming for the body and head.
- With a flick of her whip, the circus performer slashed the air, urging the lions to perform their tricks.
4
to significantly reduce something, such as a price, quantity, or value
transitive
- The store slashed the prices of its winter coats by 50% to clear out inventory.
- The company slashed its workforce by half in response to declining profits.
- Due to oversupply, the farmer had to slash the price of his tomatoes by 75%.
- The airline slashed its fares for last-minute bookings to fill empty seats on the flight.
- Facing budget cuts, the university had to slash funding for several academic programs.
5
to produce a sharp, snapping sound by swiftly moving a whip or similar object through the air
transitive
- The cowboy slashed his whip above the herd, causing them to scatter.
- With a quick flick of her wrist, she slashed the whip, making a loud cracking noise.
- The martial arts instructor demonstrated a powerful kick by slashing his leg through the air.
- The conductor passionately slashed his baton through the air, driving the orchestra to play with intensity.
- The performer captivated the audience as he slashed his bullwhip with precision.