as in to begin
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
before you actually strike into your speech, you should introduce yourself
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strike (into)
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Like Nabers, Beckham played college football for the LSU Tigers, and like Nabers, Beckham began his NFL career as a first-round draft pick for the Giants.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025 -
The show is a campy, 1980s-style whodunit that begins with the funeral of a famous singer.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
29 Sep. 2025
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But by noon, preparations would fully commence.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Edwards will direct and produce under his label The King Productions, with production to commence this fall at Rock River Studios in Northern Illinois.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
29 Sep. 2025
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What started as a small collaboration grew into a global movement, now marked each year by millions who wear pink ribbons, participate in walks, and push for advances in research and early detection.—
Dr. Noor Shaik,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
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While homes are sitting on the market longer now, keeping supply higher than a year ago, more sellers are starting to delist their properties.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Kindle Scribe has always been about focusing on reading and writing without distractions, and this update simply enhances that experience without getting off track and adding fluff.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Oct. 2025
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His first season in New Jersey got off to a slower start and had some ups, downs and injury woes.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Church attack brings for army of helpers A Grand Blanc Township resident opened his home to people fleeing the church attack.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Now that Dave's has opened in Louisville, the bold choices don't appear to be slowing.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Electric Era, which was founded by SpaceX engineers, is ready to release its next product, one that is designed to address energy storage management and charging power demand concerns.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Now, Stern, who co-founded Apple Fitness+ and previously oversaw Ford's subscription services, aims to upgrade Peloton's products in an effort to match its wide range of class types with its hardware.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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The next play after Nacua’s touchdown, Stafford launched the ball to a wide-open Atwell.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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The Africa Center for Hospitality, Aviation, and Tourism has partnered with GUBA Enterprises, Access Media, and KAYA to launch Africa Week UK, a new three-day event that will celebrate African culture, creativity, and commerce.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Strike (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strike%20%28into%29. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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