strokes

Example Sentences

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They significantly reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes and premature death in people who are already vulnerable.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

She still ran away with the tournament by four strokes, while reminding the golf world that there might not be a more dominant force in the sport.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

These can come with health risks such as a higher risk of heart attacks or strokes and other conditions, says Nagata.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

American Nelly Korda leads the Chevron Championship - the first women's major of the year - by two strokes after posting a sublime seven-under-par 65 in the first round.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

This was, she told herself, the broad strokes of what she had planned out all those years ago.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng