Bangs
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Bangs were for the meek, the insecure, those with something to hide — or alternatively those going through some kind of life crisis.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
Bangs were heard throughout the majority of the match as PSG fans geared up for their football team's Champions League final against Inter Milan in Munich.
From BBC ● May 31, 2025
“I definitely would say there are legions of pilots out there that are very loyal to Boeing jets,” says Bangs.
From Slate ● Feb. 2, 2024
“The hotter and more humid the surrounding air is, the more aircraft engine and airfoil performance degrade,” echoes Kathleen Bangs, a former commercial pilot who’s now a spokesperson for FlightAware.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 16, 2023
“Don’t make dear Mr. Bangs explain it to you again,” she said, with a bit of exasperation coloring her voice.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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