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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 raids
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
Lily Wohlner, Allure, 19 Sep. 2025
Dell’s Ice Blue aluminum design strikes a modern tone with its soft-rounded corners, slim display bezels, and light gray backlit keyboard.
—Charles Jefferies, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025
But accessing basic apps like weather, reminders, calendar, and emails on your tiny glasses display strikes us as probably less convenient than just glancing at your phone.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2025
For most urban and suburban users, cable strikes a practical middle ground between price, speed and coverage.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
The northern lights, or aurora borealis, are waves of light created when the solar wind strikes the atmosphere, creating a display of moving lights in the night sky.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Universal Thread Short Sleeve Cozy Knit Button-Down Cardigan For days when a thick sweater is too heavy but a T-shirt doesn’t offer enough warmth, this short-sleeve cardigan strikes the ideal balance.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Belly walks over to Benito as the clock strikes midnight and kisses him.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Covington officer Zachary Stayton repeatedly strikes Hill in the head in order to get him on the ground.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 10 Sep. 2025
Oleksandra Matviichuk, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2025
Sixteen people were killed by strikes overnight, according to hospital officials, which also hit Gaza City’s al-Rantisi children’s hospital.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 17 Sep. 2025
According to the Financial Times, a surge in Ukrainian drone strikes deep inside Russia has forced the Kremlin to impose widespread internet shutdowns, disrupting businesses, public services, and daily life for millions.
—David Kirichenko, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The Indian government blamed Pakistan for the attack and, two weeks later, launched strikes at its northern neighbor.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
Russian and Ukrainian drones have been known to go off course during long-range strikes due to electronic warfare measures employed by the combatants.
—Will Gretsky, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
Sunday’s strikes involved 823 drones and missiles and killed four people, including a mother and baby.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Israeli strikes targeted Hamas leaders in Qatar.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
Unlike many formulas that start dewy and end up oily, or others that stay flat and one-dimensional from dawn to dusk, this one actually strikes the perfect balance.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 19 Sep. 2025
Dell’s Ice Blue aluminum design strikes a modern tone with its soft-rounded corners, slim display bezels, and light gray backlit keyboard.
—Charles Jefferies, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025
But accessing basic apps like weather, reminders, calendar, and emails on your tiny glasses display strikes us as probably less convenient than just glancing at your phone.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2025
For most urban and suburban users, cable strikes a practical middle ground between price, speed and coverage.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
The northern lights, or aurora borealis, are waves of light created when the solar wind strikes the atmosphere, creating a display of moving lights in the night sky.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Universal Thread Short Sleeve Cozy Knit Button-Down Cardigan For days when a thick sweater is too heavy but a T-shirt doesn’t offer enough warmth, this short-sleeve cardigan strikes the ideal balance.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Belly walks over to Benito as the clock strikes midnight and kisses him.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Covington officer Zachary Stayton repeatedly strikes Hill in the head in order to get him on the ground.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
Russia is firing double the number of missile strikes from years before, with mounting civilian casualties.
—Oleksandra Matviichuk, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2025
Sixteen people were killed by strikes overnight, according to hospital officials, which also hit Gaza City’s al-Rantisi children’s hospital.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 17 Sep. 2025
According to the Financial Times, a surge in Ukrainian drone strikes deep inside Russia has forced the Kremlin to impose widespread internet shutdowns, disrupting businesses, public services, and daily life for millions.
—David Kirichenko, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The Indian government blamed Pakistan for the attack and, two weeks later, launched strikes at its northern neighbor.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
Russian and Ukrainian drones have been known to go off course during long-range strikes due to electronic warfare measures employed by the combatants.
—Will Gretsky, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
Sunday’s strikes involved 823 drones and missiles and killed four people, including a mother and baby.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Israeli strikes targeted Hamas leaders in Qatar.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strikes
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Ferrari's British driver Lewis Hamilton walks near the track before the first practice session ahead of the Italian Formula One Grand Prix at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza circuit, in Monza, northern Italy, on September 5, 2025.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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In the heartwarming video, Derek walks over to his wife and the two embrace while overlooking a scenic view.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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The recall affects approximately 3,315 pounds of Kirkland Signature brand Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke packaged and sold at Costco deli sections on September 18, 2025.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
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Until recently, no one had tested how spaceflight affects the aging and fitness of human blood-forming stem cells (HSPCs).—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
20 Sep. 2025
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The past collides with the present, and the menu is rooted in the Gulf yet open to the world.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
21 Sep. 2025
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What happens when the new story of Britain collides with an older one?—
Will Collins,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
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Capped at 50 members, the jury evaluates every new vehicle, technology and feature that hits the market annually.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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Many of the answers to that question won’t be popular, but governments are aware of the need to address the issue before crisis hits.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
19 Sep. 2025
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Loneliness silently dismantles trust and team cohesion, foundational elements that drive performance, innovation, and resilience.—
Kristin Gleitsman,
Harvard Business Review,
11 Sep. 2025
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In its world premiere, SECOND NATURE challenges the notion that queerness is unnatural, by turning to nature itself — and the science that dismantles the myth of the gender binary.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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The fervor with which Stamp attacks the role was evident right from the first table read, according to his co-star Lesley Ann Warren.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
19 Sep. 2025
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Gnosia is an enemy that disguises itself as a human and attacks them.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Cleveland possesses a very dangerous defense, and that was on full display, stifling the strong Packers offense through most of the game.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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And yet Reform possesses something that Britain’s traditional political parties can only dream of.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
21 Sep. 2025
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Last Friday, students across the state staged walkouts calling on lawmakers to take action on guns, including an assault weapons ban and magazine capacity limits.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
10 Sep. 2025
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What To Know The RMT has scheduled staggered walkouts from Sunday through Thursday that will affect different staff groups on different days.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Strikes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strikes. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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