strike
Third Person
strikes
Present Participle
striking
Past Tense
struck
Past Participle
struck
1
to hit using hands or weapons
transitive
- The blacksmith struck the hot metal with a hammer to shape it.
- In self-defense, she struck the assailant with a swift kick to the abdomen.
- The boxer aimed to strike his opponent with a precise combination of punches.
- In a fit of rage, he struck the table with his fist, causing it to shake.
- During the battle, the warrior struck his enemies with a sword in each hand.
2
to launch a planned and forceful attack against an enemy or target
transitive
- The military planned to strike the enemy's base at dawn.
- They decided to strike key targets to weaken the opponent’s defenses.
- The troops were ordered to strike the rebel camp with full force.
- Airplanes were deployed to strike strategic locations in the region.
- The fleet moved in position to strike the coastline of the occupied territory.
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to stop working as a sign of protest against some work issues, such as low wages, poor working conditions, etc.
- The workers decided to strike for better pay and benefits.
- He is planning to strike if their demands are not met.
- They will strike if the company does not address their concerns.
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to deeply influence or cause someone to experience a powerful mental or emotional reaction
transitive
- The news of her sudden success struck him with pride and joy.
- The tragic scene in the movie struck the audience with profound sadness.
- The beauty of the sunset struck her with awe, leaving her speechless.
- The harsh criticism struck him with a feeling of inadequacy.
- The resilience of the survivors struck everyone with admiration.
5
to come into contact with something in a forceful manner
- The waves struck with such force that they damaged the pier.
- The arrow struck, finding its mark in the target.
- Two ships struck in the middle of the channel, causing significant damage.
- The soccer players were in position, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
- The two cars struck at the intersection, creating a loud crash.
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6
to announce or indicate the time by producing a chime or stroke
transitive
- The clock struck midnight, and the whole house fell silent.
- As we sat in the church, the bells struck the hour.
- The grandfather clock struck seven, signaling it was time for dinner.
- When the clock struck noon, the entire town gathered for the parade.
- As the clock struck ten, we realized we had been talking for hours.
7
to happen abruptly and cause harm, damage, or suffering
transitive
- The hurricane struck the coastline, leaving widespread devastation.
- A severe drought struck the region, ruining the crops.
- A financial crisis struck the nation, leading to widespread unemployment.
- A sudden illness struck him during the meeting, forcing him to leave early.
- Tragedy struck the small town when a massive fire destroyed several homes.
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to cause an electric arc to form between the electrodes of an arc lamp
transitive
- The technician carefully struck the electrodes to ignite the arc in the lamp.
- When the power was turned on, the electrician struck the arc lamp, lighting up the entire room.
- It took several attempts to strike the arc and get the lamp working again.
- The lamp wouldn't turn on until the electrician struck the arc with precision.
- The technician showed us how to strike the arc in the new industrial lamp setup.
9
to play a musical instrument by hitting it, typically with the hand or a stick
transitive
- He strikes the cymbals with precision during the climax of the song.
- She struck the strings of the guitar with her fingertips, producing a melodic riff.
- They have been striking the xylophone bars gently to create a soft, tinkling sound.
- The percussionist was striking the drumhead with a mallet, producing a deep, resonant tone.
- She will need to strike the keys of the piano forcefully to emphasize the dramatic climax of the piece.
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to achieve or attain something, often through effort or action
transitive
- After years of hard work, she finally struck success in her career.
- The team struck victory after a tense and exhausting match.
- After months of searching, they struck a solution to the problem.
- He struck fame when his novel became a bestseller.
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(of light) to fall upon or hit an object or surface
transitive
- The morning sunlight struck the window, filling the room with warmth.
- A beam of light struck the surface of the lake, creating a shimmering effect.
- As the moon rose, its pale light struck the top of the mountain.
- A single ray of light struck the stained glass, casting vibrant colors on the floor.
- The warm afternoon sun struck the pavement, making it hot to the touch.
12
to cancel, eliminate, or mark for deletion, often by drawing a line through the text or item
transitive
- Please strike the incorrect sentence from the document.
- The editor decided to strike several paragraphs from the manuscript.
- He struck the items he had already purchased off his shopping list.
- The committee voted to strike the outdated clause from the contract.
- He angrily struck his ex-partner's name from the invitation list.
13
to make a fire or spark while two surfaces are rubbed against each other
transitive
- He struck the match against the box to light the candle.
- They struck flint against steel to start a campfire.
- The survivalist struck his knife against a ferro rod to ignite dry tinder.
- She struck the match carefully, shielding it from the wind.
- He struck the match repeatedly until a small flame appeared.
14
to find or encounter something unexpectedly or by chance
transitive
- While digging in the garden, they struck a hidden chest filled with old coins.
- The explorers struck a rich vein of gold deep in the mountains.
- Wandering through the woods, they struck an abandoned cabin.
- The treasure hunter struck a long-lost artifact buried in the sand.
- On their journey, they struck a village they hadn't seen marked on any map.
15
to successfully reach, achieve, or establish something that requires agreement or compromise
transitive
- The two parties struck a deal after hours of negotiation.
- They managed to strike a balance between work and personal life.
- After weeks of debate, the committee struck an agreement on the budget.
- The company struck a compromise with the labor union to avoid a strike.
- The team struck a partnership with a leading brand to boost sponsorships.
16
to make a sudden or forceful entry into or through something
- The sword struck through the knight’s armor, leaving a gaping wound.
- The arrow struck deep into the target, piercing its center.
- The needle struck through the fabric, piercing it with precision.
- The dagger struck through the cloth, narrowly missing the flesh beneath.
- When the needle struck into his skin, he barely flinched.
17
to smooth or shape a surface, such as a mold or material, using a tool
transitive
- After pouring the plaster, she struck it with a trowel to level the surface.
- He carefully struck the surface of the concrete mold to ensure it was even.
- The artisan struck the clay into a smooth, flat base for the pottery.
- The blacksmith struck the molten metal into the desired mold using his tools.
- The sculptor struck the wax model gently to create the desired contours.
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to produce a coin or medal by pressing a design onto metal using a die
transitive
- The mint struck thousands of commemorative coins for the anniversary.
- The artist’s design was carefully engraved onto the die used to strike the medal.
- Each coin was struck with precision to ensure the details were sharp and clear.
- The limited-edition gold coin was struck to celebrate the historic event.
- The mint struck the final batch of silver dollars before ceasing production.
19
to dismantle or take down a tent or a group of tents from an encampment
transitive
- After the festival, the crew began to strike the tents and clear the grounds.
- The soldiers were ordered to strike camp and move out by dawn.
- It took several hours to strike all the tents after the event had ended.
- We need to strike the tents before the rain arrives.
- The volunteers worked together to strike the tents and pack up the supplies.
20
to hit something accidentally, usually with part of one's body
transitive
- He struck his foot against the doorframe while walking.
- She struck her head on the shelf as she stood up.
- I accidentally struck my knee on the table leg.
- He struck his elbow on the wall when he turned around quickly.
- He struck his toe on the corner of the furniture and winced in pain.
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to take on or assume a particular role, attitude, appearance, or quality
transitive
- She struck a confident pose before stepping onto the stage.
- The team struck a defensive formation as soon as the game started.
- He struck a thoughtful expression as he considered the proposal.
- He struck a casual tone in the meeting to ease the tension.
- He struck an air of confidence despite the challenges ahead.
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to cause someone to suddenly experience a specific emotion.
transitive
- The news of the accident struck fear in the hearts of everyone present.
- The haunting image struck sorrow deep within me.
- The eerie silence struck a sense of dread among the group.
- His confession struck disbelief in her, as she couldn’t fathom what he was saying.
- The tragedy struck a profound sadness in the entire community.