called strike
Example Sentences
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He said after the game it’s not unusual to question a close called strike.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 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
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
But unlike games in the Double-A Texas League, the get-me-over first pitch wasn’t watched for a called strike.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 3, 2023
Burt never moved a muscle and the umpire called strike.
From The Redheaded Outfield by Grey, Zane
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
