struck

Example Sentences

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This struck him as a monumental misuse of resources.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

As the group reached 24,000 feet, an avalanche struck, the heaviest part hitting Shelley and Tawa Sherpa, carrying them about 1,000 feet down the mountain and leaving both seriously injured.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The fifth victim, 25-year-old Priscilla Mafalda, was in the Suburban that was initially struck by the bus.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

In that loss, USC stranded 13 runners, struck out 12 times and left men in scoring position in each of the first seven innings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

In their defense, Mullineaux and Crandell believed in the balance they struck between caution and living.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone