as in to delete
to show (something written) to be no longer valid by drawing a cross over or a line through it
struck out all references to indecent matters
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as in to collapse
to be unsuccessful
their joint venture in Las Vegas struck out, and they hurriedly dissolved the partnership
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Recent Examples of strike (out)
Miami Herald,
5 July 2026
Taylor struck out one in the ninth on the way to his third save of the season.
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Lamond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2026
Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles from the parent thunderstorm.
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Nc Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 July 2026
Civale’s inability to strike out lefties at an acceptable clip is ideal for Caissie to tap into his power.
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Josh Shepardson,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
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The right-hander struck out six and walked two while losing his fifth straight start and remaining winless over his past six turns.
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Miami Herald,
5 July 2026
Taylor struck out one in the ninth on the way to his third save of the season.
—
Lamond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2026
Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles from the parent thunderstorm.
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Nc Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 July 2026
Civale’s inability to strike out lefties at an acceptable clip is ideal for Caissie to tap into his power.
—
Josh Shepardson,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strike (out)
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In a lengthy post on X that has since been deleted, AMC CEO Adam Aron described the inside as flamingo pink from the couches to the curtains, but also like an intimate garden party with lush, idyllic, green scenery and five-foot trees.
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After the White House initially defended the post as satire, the video in question was deleted after a backlash including from some Republicans.
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The camaraderie was evident on the ground here in La Guaira, the coastal city where quake damage was most severe, collapsing dozens of buildings.
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The dogs, specially trained to detect human scent, have spent days searching for people trapped beneath the rubble of nearly 200 buildings that collapsed following the two powerful back-to-back earthquakes.
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As aides at the Capitol were actively building a stage for the celebratory event, meant to communicate a big cost-of-living win to voters, the president abruptly canceled it.
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The city council voting against a recommendation by its fire marshal to cancel the display.
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From 1994 to 2018, Mexico failed to win a World Cup knockout game and, in 2022, failed to advance past the group stage — its worst showing at a World Cup since 1978.
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Such a bond occurs when a judge grants a compassionate release for inmates who are in failing health and no longer a threat to the community.
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Brown has talked trash about Sixers center Joel Embiid and has accused him of flopping.
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Video shows Neil flopping his blubbery body around on the street, destroying fences and cuddling with traffic cones.
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Items including coolers, folding chairs, frisbees, balls, metal drink containers and aerosol cans — including spray sunscreen — are prohibited.
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Others, like Castro, sat outside their homes and businesses on folding chairs and patio furniture, as the marchers, fire trucks and floats went by.
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Amid the mutiny in the House, Johnson canceled unrelated votes, struggling to get enough support to move the legislation.
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The Pirates posted a six-run fifth inning against struggling starter Aaron Nola (3-5).
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In the early days, the page teemed with posts sharing objects found, along with heartfelt and, at times, gut-wrenching pleas for missing personal items.
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After making all six of his shots and four of his free throws on Friday, Lendeborg was 0 for 4 from the field and missed both of his foul shots in the first half.
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“Strike (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strike%20%28out%29. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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