as in deleting
to show (something written) to be no longer valid by drawing a cross over or a line through it
struck out all references to indecent matters
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as in failing
to be unsuccessful
their joint venture in Las Vegas struck out, and they hurriedly dissolved the partnership
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Recent Examples of striking (out)
ABC News,
2 July 2026
Matthews responded by retiring Tommy Edman for the first time in three at-bats and striking out backup catcher Chuckie Robinson.
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Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Kirby allowed two runs (one earned) in six innings, allowing eight hits, striking out five and walking two.
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CBS News,
23 June 2026
Salerno threw all 10 innings for Central Catholic, allowing just four hits and one earned run while striking out 12.
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Kristina Banahan,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
José Soriano pitched the first 4 2/3 innings for the Angels, giving up three runs on three hits and striking out seven.
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Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
Tate was nothing short of brilliant, pitching a one-hitter while striking out 13 for Marist (36-1).
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Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
In five starts this month, Misiorowski has allowed just one run and 11 hits while striking out 49 and walking six over 31 1/3 innings.
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Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
The 34-year-old right-hander allowed two runs and five hits while striking out four.
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Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2026
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White Sox starter Davis Martin gave up two runs and six hits in 3 1/3 innings without striking out a batter.
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
Matthews responded by retiring Tommy Edman for the first time in three at-bats and striking out backup catcher Chuckie Robinson.
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Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Kirby allowed two runs (one earned) in six innings, allowing eight hits, striking out five and walking two.
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CBS News,
23 June 2026
Salerno threw all 10 innings for Central Catholic, allowing just four hits and one earned run while striking out 12.
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Kristina Banahan,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
José Soriano pitched the first 4 2/3 innings for the Angels, giving up three runs on three hits and striking out seven.
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Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
Tate was nothing short of brilliant, pitching a one-hitter while striking out 13 for Marist (36-1).
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Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
In five starts this month, Misiorowski has allowed just one run and 11 hits while striking out 49 and walking six over 31 1/3 innings.
—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
The 34-year-old right-hander allowed two runs and five hits while striking out four.
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Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for striking (out)
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However, because agentic systems can execute actions independently, an error can become a severe operational failure, such as authorizing fraudulent transactions or deleting mission-critical databases.
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González recommends deleting it immediately, running a security scan, keeping an eye on your transactions, and reporting the incident to your local consumer protection office or the police.
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The Athletics beat the Dodgers 7-1 on Wednesday night, giving the West Sacramento team its only win of the series with the Dodgers, winners of the past two World Series, failing to secure a three-game sweep.
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Such a bond occurs when a judge grants a compassionate release for inmates who are in failing health and no longer a threat to the community.
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What to pack and how to prepare Kids’ ears are more sensitive than adults’, so bring kid-sized earplugs or noise-canceling headphones.
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In 2024, Joe Biden sailed to the Democratic presidential nomination after a primary process that was little more than a formality, with the Florida Democratic Party even cancelling its primary in March to anoint Biden.
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The camaraderie was evident on the ground here in La Guaira, the coastal city where quake damage was most severe, collapsing dozens of buildings.
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Unlike straw or lower-grade wool blends, beaver felt can be reworked without collapsing its structure, which is what allows hats to be reshaped by hand rather than stamped out of a mold.
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Brown has talked trash about Sixers center Joel Embiid and has accused him of flopping.
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Video shows Neil flopping his blubbery body around on the street, destroying fences and cuddling with traffic cones.
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The team ended up flaming out in the first round of the Copa América, and panic ensued.
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Despite missing the playoffs with a 42-40 record and flaming out of the Play-In Tournament against the Golden State Warriors, the Clippers did not have their own first-round pick, part of the cost for the 2019 swap of 2018 lottery pick Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and 2019 MVP finalist Paul George.
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In the early days, the page teemed with posts sharing objects found, along with heartfelt and, at times, gut-wrenching pleas for missing personal items.
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Buxton rejoined the Twins on Saturday after missing the team’s previous four games with a right hip impingement.
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Before noon, families had folding chairs lined up along Highways 244 and 16A, in Keystone and Hill City, and not for any parade – just to look up nearly 12 hours from now.
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It can also be lifted using a folding slow-rebound grip that doesn't jarringly snap back down when released.
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“Striking (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/striking%20%28out%29. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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