strike out

Example Sentences

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France had been spearheading a months-long push for similar EU action alongside member states including Denmark, Greece and Spain -- before deciding to strike out on its own.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

Brooklyn has been keen in recent years to strike out on his own, trying his hand at photography and cooking, and there have been many story and rumours about a rift.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

Hit two home runs and strike out 10 batters in the same game?

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 5, 2026

But the Blue Jays are built different, boasting an offense unlike any other in the major leagues in one key way: They don’t strike out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 25, 2025

I strike out, hoping to catch him by surprise.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black