Hammer down Meaning in English
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Definition
"Hammer down" can mean selling something in an auction (when the auctioneer finalizes the sale), pressing the accelerator to drive very fast, or literally hitting something with a hammer.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, often used in American English. In auctions: "The item was hammered down at $1000." In driving: "hammer down" means accelerate to maximum speed, common among truckers. Less often, it's used literally. Context is key to meaning; avoid in strictly formal writing.
Example Sentences
The painting was hammered down at the auction for $5,000.
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He put the hammer down and the car sped up quickly.
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If the nail is loose, just hammer it down.
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When traffic thinned out, he really hammered down on the highway.
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The auctioneer shouted 'Sold!' and hammered down the final bid.
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If you're late, just hammer down and you'll make it on time.
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