strokes

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And he signalled his intention with some ridiculous strokes.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Prolonged or acute exposure to smoke has been known to trigger heart attacks, strokes and other serious respiratory illnesses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

After leading by six strokes through 54 holes, his advantage over Sam Burns was down to just one after only five holes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

He’s also let his hand get heavier, painting his optimism in broad, unmistakable strokes for anyone searching for something to hold onto in an increasingly divided and combative world outside the movie theater.

From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026

It took several strokes to regain the place she had lost, and when she got there, the other side had nearly won, for Kate’s ball was the last but one and lay near the stake.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott