struck
Pronunciation: [strʌk]
Context: "physical action"
(verb) to hit someone or something with force. This can be like hitting a ball with a bat or accidentally bumping into someone.
Example
He struck the ball with all his strength and sent it flying.
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She didn’t strike the table, so it remained quiet.
Example
Did you see who struck the piñata at the party?
Context: "emotional impact"
(verb) to have a strong feeling about something. It can mean that something really touched your heart or made you think deeply.
Example
The story struck her as very beautiful and meaningful.
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The movie didn’t strike him; he found it boring instead.
Example
What part of the book struck you the most?
Context: "sudden realization"
(verb) to suddenly think of something or to remember it. It's like when a great idea or memory pops into your head.
Example
It struck him that he had forgotten his friend's birthday.
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It didn’t strike me at all that we had the test today.
Example
When did it strike you that we needed to study more?
Context: "occurrence"
(verb) to happen suddenly or unexpectedly, like when something important occurs, such as a disease or event.
Example
A storm struck suddenly, causing everyone to seek shelter.
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The earthquake did not strike on the predicted date.
Example
When did the issue strike the community?