strike
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
London Underground drivers last went on strike in September in a dispute over pay and conditions.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
But Pages struck out on a strike that was determined to find the bottom of the zone by baseball’s new ABS system.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026
“The conflict is no longer about which side can strike more fixed targets,” said Norman Roule, who served as the principal U.S. intelligence community’s official on Iran matters from 2008 to 2017.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
Focal hand dystonia, for example, may strike writers, making it difficult to hold a pen.
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
His father hadn’t slept more than four hours a night since the strike and he never seemed to get tired.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing strike
Baseball: A Lexicon
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Industrial Revolution - Introductory
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Words for the World Series
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!