Small Slam (Noun)
Meaning
Winning all but one of the tricks in a hand of bridge.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The declarer's bid of four hearts was ambitious, but they managed to score a small slam by taking all but one of the tricks.
- In the final round of the tournament, the team pulled off a stunning small slam to take the lead.
- The opponents' attempt to bid a grand slam was thwarted when our team's defense held them to a small slam.
- After a series of clever plays, the declarer emerged with a small slam, much to the delight of their partner.
- The small slam was a welcome surprise for the team, who had been struggling to find their rhythm all game.