struck
Example Sentences
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SINGAPORE—Chinese leader Xi Jinping struck an upbeat note on the world’s second-largest economy, saying Beijing will meet its 2025 growth target as it gains ground in its quest to become a leading technological power.
His wife Carmen saw first hand the balance he struck between boxing, community work and family.
From BBC
Hill struck an optimistic tone on the earnings call, saying the company was in the “middle innings” of its comeback, while cautioning investors that progress wouldn’t be linear.
From Barron's
Henry Cullen, Josh's best friend, struck the only delivery he faced for four to seal the match with two balls to spare.
From BBC
The game ended with a sudden outburst from Carlsen, who struck the table with his fist before offering Gukesh a swift handshake and leaving the playing area.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.