strafing

present participle of strafe

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for strafing
Verb
  • For larger areas or quicker cleanup, a leaf blower can be a helpful alternative to raking.
    Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Platner's first job as a kid was raking blueberries and picking strawberries.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The role of the double pivot is to protect the centre-backs and provide the defensive foundation when the team is attacking.
    Mark Carey, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
  • The Real Housewives of New York City star was arrested in December 2017 after reportedly attacking a police officer in Palm Beach, Florida — nearly one year after she wed now-ex Tom D'Agostino.
    Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Gausman had retired 17 straight Dodger batters until the seventh inning, when Smith yet again got the best of him, hitting a solo home run to break the stale mate.
    Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
  • The singing voices behind KPop Demon Hunters' beloved girl group HUNTR/X will be hitting the stage to perform live in concert for the first time.
    Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
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“Strafing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strafing. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.

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