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as in affects
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
we were struck by the willingness of total strangers to go out of their way to help us
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as in occurs (to)
to enter the mind of
it struck her later that no one at the bank had asked for identification
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as in collides
to come into usually forceful contact with something
the thump of hailstones striking the cars in the parking lot
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as in hits
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
the driver of the car behind me applied his brakes too late and struck my car from the rear
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as in dismantles
to take apart
the stagehands struck the sets the morning after the play closed
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as in attacks
to take sudden, violent action against
a rattlesnake strikes its prey with lightning speed
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as in possesses
to cast a spell on
the only way that she's going to get a man is if she strikes one
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as in walkouts
a work stoppage by a body of workers intended to force an employer to meet their demands
the nurses will go on strike tomorrow unless they're finally given a pay raise
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as in assaults
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
the first strike was directed at a munitions warehouse
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as in disadvantages
a feature of someone or something that creates difficulty for achieving success
kids born into poverty already have a strike against them
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as in collisions
a forceful coming together of two things
the strike of a hammer against a nail always has a satisfying sound when you're building something yourself
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as in accidents
an unexpected benefit or advantage resulting from the uncertain course of events
she's made one strike after another since she began speculating in real estate
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Recent Examples of strikes
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
But this casserole strikes that perfect balance of nostalgia and ease—without any weird or wacky ingredients or steps worth taking to the internet about.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
Amazon also strikes a nerve with an ad starring Chris Hemsworth that pokes fun of people’s fears of AI.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Fortune, 8 Feb. 2026
The ride strikes a fine balance between composure and comfort.
—New Atlas, 7 Feb. 2026
Margot Robbie stars as Stereotypical Barbie, a seemingly perfect doll who enjoys her life in Barbie Land until a sudden existential crisis strikes her.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Feb. 2026
As the bus veers into the girl’s path, Amira attempts to run around the oncoming vehicle, but the bus strikes her and drags her down the street, the video shows.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
The suite strikes a glamorous yet homey balance, down to the wooden window shutters and classic board games.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
But what strikes me also is that this is backfiring.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
Zeena Saifi, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
From Callum Turner‘s cheekbones and Fanning’s wide eyes to Keough’s legs and Lukas Gage’s curls, beauty strikes at every turn, yet barely conceals the barbs and thorns such looks envelop here.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 15 Feb. 2026
Earlier on Saturday, drone strikes killed one person in Ukraine and another in Russia, Ukrainian officials said, ahead of fresh talks next week in Geneva aimed at ending the war.
—Samya Kullab, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
Militants have carried out shooting attacks on troops, and Israel says its strikes are in response to that and other violations.
—Arkansas Online, 14 Feb. 2026
Drone strikes killed one person in Ukraine and another in Russia, officials said Saturday, ahead of fresh talks next week aimed at ending the war.
—ABC News, 14 Feb. 2026
Pitching shines for Texas State Niagara's bats had no answer for Froehlich, who had an efficient performance with 44 strikes on 66 pitches.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 14 Feb. 2026
The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
The Texas bullpen threw the third-slowest average fastball in baseball last season but remained effective because of its elite ability to throw strikes and limit walks.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
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But the first-time candidate’s rhetoric strikes us as more accepting of alternative viewpoints than Rice’s — a critical attribute to attracting support from independents and Democrats necessary to win in this district.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
But this casserole strikes that perfect balance of nostalgia and ease—without any weird or wacky ingredients or steps worth taking to the internet about.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
Amazon also strikes a nerve with an ad starring Chris Hemsworth that pokes fun of people’s fears of AI.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Fortune, 8 Feb. 2026
The ride strikes a fine balance between composure and comfort.
—New Atlas, 7 Feb. 2026
Margot Robbie stars as Stereotypical Barbie, a seemingly perfect doll who enjoys her life in Barbie Land until a sudden existential crisis strikes her.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Feb. 2026
As the bus veers into the girl’s path, Amira attempts to run around the oncoming vehicle, but the bus strikes her and drags her down the street, the video shows.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
The suite strikes a glamorous yet homey balance, down to the wooden window shutters and classic board games.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
But what strikes me also is that this is backfiring.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
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What began there has since grown into a nationwide protest movement, with strikes and demonstrations taking place almost daily across Israel.
—Zeena Saifi, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
From Callum Turner‘s cheekbones and Fanning’s wide eyes to Keough’s legs and Lukas Gage’s curls, beauty strikes at every turn, yet barely conceals the barbs and thorns such looks envelop here.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 15 Feb. 2026
Earlier on Saturday, drone strikes killed one person in Ukraine and another in Russia, Ukrainian officials said, ahead of fresh talks next week in Geneva aimed at ending the war.
—Samya Kullab, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
Militants have carried out shooting attacks on troops, and Israel says its strikes are in response to that and other violations.
—Arkansas Online, 14 Feb. 2026
Drone strikes killed one person in Ukraine and another in Russia, officials said Saturday, ahead of fresh talks next week aimed at ending the war.
—ABC News, 14 Feb. 2026
Pitching shines for Texas State Niagara's bats had no answer for Froehlich, who had an efficient performance with 44 strikes on 66 pitches.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 14 Feb. 2026
The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
The Texas bullpen threw the third-slowest average fastball in baseball last season but remained effective because of its elite ability to throw strikes and limit walks.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strikes
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During warmer months, when the path is crowded with tourists in leisure mode, anyone who walks with a purpose should avoid the Bridge at all costs.—
Katie James Watkinson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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In another clip, the person walks up to the home, head down, wearing a dark zip-up jacket, light pants, a backpack, and what appears to be a weapon in a holster hanging around their waist.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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That, in turn, affects models of how elements are spread through galaxies, since supernovae are major sources of heavy elements like iron.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Feb. 2026
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This affects both recommended posts and ads.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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In the United States, model-publication licensing also likely collides with speech law.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
2 Feb. 2026
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Bombogenesis can happen when a cold air mass collides with a warm air mass, such as air over warm ocean waters.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
30 Jan. 2026
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Quince's version is made with 24 percent spandex for extra stretch and features a high-cut leg that hits just right to cinch your waist.—
Claire Gallam,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2026
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Witherspoon was one of the Seahawks’ stars of the game with a sack and two QB hits, one of which led to an interception from Patriots QB Drake Maye.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
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This evolution also dismantles what Rebecca describes as the fourth wall of work, the invisible barrier that prevents people from understanding how their capability connects to real demand.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
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This fact dismantles any suggestion that founder ownership determined the outcome.—
Shane Goodwin,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
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An autoimmune disease is a chronic condition in which part of your immune system mistakenly attacks part of your own body.—
Ruth Jessen Hickman,
Health,
10 Feb. 2026
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After learning that Casper had been diagnosed with Guillain Barré Syndrome, a condition in which the body’s immune system attacks the nerves, Aidan Oldenburg, Ben Richardson and Luc Violette needed somebody with experience that could help them in the interim.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
10 Feb. 2026
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Lester Speight, the actor who plays Terry Tate, possesses the delivery and timing of a true comic master.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Feb. 2026
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The character of Mandakini required specific qualities that Rajamouli believes Chopra Jonas uniquely possesses.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 Feb. 2026
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In North Texas, hundreds of students in the Fort Worth, Birdville, Hurst-Euless-Bedford and Forney ISDs, among other districts, have staged walkouts in protest of federal immigration policy, including the ICE crackdown in Minnesota.—
Jessica Ma,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Feb. 2026
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They agency said teachers who facilitate walkouts will be subject to investigation and possible sanctions could include revoking their licenses.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Strikes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strikes. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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