called strike
Example Sentences
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There was no question about the next pitch, an 87-mph slider for a called strike.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025
He started No. 9 hitter Leody Tavares with a called strike but then walked him on four straight fastballs, the first high and the next three outside.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 2023
It called strike authorizations a “common bargaining pressure tactic” and said the union announcement did not reflect any breakdown in bargaining, rejecting allegations that it had not bargained in good faith as “unfounded and counterproductive.”
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 24, 2023
Noda struck out on consecutive curveballs, and Germán followed with three straight curves to Bride: one for a called strike, the next resulting in a foul ball and the third in a groundout.
From Washington Times • Jun. 29, 2023
Burt never moved a muscle and the umpire called strike.
From The Redheaded Outfield by Grey, Zane
