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as in knocks
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
a good carpenter hits a nail just two or three times to drive it in
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as in bumps
to come into usually forceful contact with something
when she fell on the ice, she hit hard and badly bruised her elbow
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as in wins
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
the rock band hit "the big time" with their third album
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as in successes
a person or thing that is successful
the new babysitter turned out to be a hit with the kids
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as in blows
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
the quarterback can't take too many more hits like that and escape permanent injury
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Recent Examples of hits
Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Kane had two doubles, two of only three Bishop Moore hits.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
Nashville’s neighborhoods vary widely; Broadway/Downtown, 12South, East Nashville and The Gulch each have a distinct feel and this guide hits them all.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Singer gave up six runs, five earned, and 10 hits in 2 2/3 innings.
—CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
The vehicle quickly hits another car parked behind it.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 8 Apr. 2026
On a day when balls were not leaving the yard and hits to the warning track were rare, the Cubs still thrived.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Trash truck hits a resident’s vehicle – $47,000 The Board of Estimates approved a $47,000 settlement for Donald Stepp after a Department of Public Works trash truck struck his vehicle on Dundalk Avenue in February 2023.
—Chevall Pryce, Baltimore Sun, 2 Apr. 2026
Trump floats cutting Congress spring break short as DHS shutdown hits 45 days.
—FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Kirby gave up six hits over eight innings in his second career complete game — both losses in eight-inning outings — as Mariners lost a series for the first time in 10 meetings with the Rangers going back to September 2023.
—CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Mackenzie Nelson had 2 hits in 3 at bats for the Bobcats, which included and double and a triple, with 3 runs scored and 2 rbi.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
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Lightning hits the United States approximately 25 million times annually.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Kane had two doubles, two of only three Bishop Moore hits.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
Nashville’s neighborhoods vary widely; Broadway/Downtown, 12South, East Nashville and The Gulch each have a distinct feel and this guide hits them all.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Singer gave up six runs, five earned, and 10 hits in 2 2/3 innings.
—CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
The vehicle quickly hits another car parked behind it.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 8 Apr. 2026
On a day when balls were not leaving the yard and hits to the warning track were rare, the Cubs still thrived.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Trash truck hits a resident’s vehicle – $47,000 The Board of Estimates approved a $47,000 settlement for Donald Stepp after a Department of Public Works trash truck struck his vehicle on Dundalk Avenue in February 2023.
—Chevall Pryce, Baltimore Sun, 2 Apr. 2026
Trump floats cutting Congress spring break short as DHS shutdown hits 45 days.
—FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
López pitched 4 2/3 innings, allowing three hits with seven strikeouts and two walks.
—ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Kirby gave up six hits over eight innings in his second career complete game — both losses in eight-inning outings — as Mariners lost a series for the first time in 10 meetings with the Rangers going back to September 2023.
—CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Mackenzie Nelson had 2 hits in 3 at bats for the Bobcats, which included and double and a triple, with 3 runs scored and 2 rbi.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hits
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Victor Caratini, whose two-run single in the first inning gave the Twins some breathing room, hit a sacrifice fly earlier in the game and both Matt Wallner and Royce Lewis had RBI knocks for the Twins in the win.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
7 Apr. 2026
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A lot of the low end on the production really knocks, too.—
Olivier Lafontant,
Pitchfork,
6 Apr. 2026
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The 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX will start at $99,995, excluding a mandatory $2,595 destination fee that bumps the price to $102,590.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
1 Jan. 2026
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A day when the Stanley Cup years finally ride the synaptic road back to long-term memory and the brain finally bumps the past for the present.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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Our goal is to fix that by making sure every team wins at least one award this season, no matter how esoteric.—
Dom Luszczyszyn,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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If Hall wins the election against Morgan, who is vying for his fourth term in office, then a special election would be held, Bustilloz said.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Apr. 2026
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Despite the intensity on the court, Staley and Auriemma have typically exchanged public pleasantries, complimenting each others' successes and importance to the women's game.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Business leaders look everywhere for inspiration, from eyeing their peers’ successes to tapping industry vets for insight.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
4 Apr. 2026
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But outside of these rare exceptions, Mario’s pugilism was quickly retired in lieu of hammer hits and kid-friendly blows.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
5 Apr. 2026
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As a new generation of commanders rises within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps following recent military blows under Operation Epic Fury, analysts warn that this ideology may become even more entrenched.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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At the end of the night, during the bows, Butler slaps the guys playing her two antagonists gently on their butts, a gesture that would have jarred in most stagings but fully in keeping with the inclusive, humanistic vibe of this production.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
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The music also slaps, synthesizing industrial, electro-pop and iPod party music into a work that feels honest and the right kind of raunchy.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
27 Mar. 2026
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Angle crashes occur when a car runs a red light and collides with another vehicle at an angle and present a higher risk of injury compared to rear-end collisions.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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If a client presentation collides with family plans, clarify expectations early and ask for support where needed, then show leadership by offering a fair, workable path.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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In many cases, physicians can substitute a generic drug or recommend a similar treatment that achieves the same outcome at a lower price.—
Deidre Popovich,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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Some users have found that microdosing, or taking the drug in small amounts, achieves the best health outcomes, but some experts warn against it.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Hits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hits. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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