difference between slashed and smashed

[Learning_English]

Sometimes, the commentators say (Hayden slashed the ball) and sometimes (Hayden smashed the ball)

Could you tell me, what is the difference between (slashed and smashed)?
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Please let me know if I have made any mistakes in any of my sentences.

[Mister Micawber]

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Among other things, 'slash' means to cut broadly with a sharp-edged implement and 'smash' means to strike strongly with a blunt instrument.

Hayden slashed the ball = he struck it glancingly, at an angle.
Hayden smashed the ball = He struck it powerfully and directly.
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's