slamming

American  

[slam-ing] / ˈslæm ɪŋ /

noun

Informal.

1. the switching of a customer's telephone or other public utility to another service provider without the customer's authorization.

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Etymology

Origin of slamming

1990–95; slam ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The tech sector is already slamming the brakes on some of its more lavish spending, and private consumer debts are piling up.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

Grenell’s tenure was marked by controversy every step of the way, which Grenell met with combative defiance, often slamming artists that criticized the center’s decisions.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

"The tiles and the bathroom roof were literally lifting up and slamming back down - it was just so quick".

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Protesters had earlier held up banners slamming a range of issues, from the use of artificial snow and tree felling, to a housing crisis in the country's financial and fashion capital.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

The dogs knew this meant we were going to head home so they got up and started slamming against the tugs, trying to get the sled to move.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen