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hit

Pronunciation: [/hɪt/]

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hit: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use hit in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical action”

(verb) to strike or impact something with force, often causing damage or making a loud sound. When you swing a bat and it touches a ball, you hit the ball.

Example

She hit the target with a single arrow.

Example

He missed the ball completely and didn't hit it.

Example

Did you hit the bullseye with your throw?

Context: “success”

(noun) a successful or popular thing, such as a song or movie that is loved by many people. When a song is played often on the radio and everyone knows the words, it's a hit.

Example

The new movie became a hit at the box office.

Example

The show failed to become a hit and was canceled after one season.

Example

Do you think the new song will be a hit with fans?

Context: “attainment”

(verb) to reach or achieve a goal, often through effort or determination. When you work hard towards something and finally succeed, you hit your target.

Example

She hit the highest level in the game after hours of practice.

Example

He couldn't hit the target time for the project deadline.

Example

Did you hit your sales target for the month?

How to pronounce hit

Pronunciation: [/hɪt/]

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