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Bangs

American  
[bangz] / bæŋz /

noun

  1. John Kendrick 1862–1922, U.S. humorist.


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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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