hit for

Example Sentences

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If Scott had thrown a scoreless inning and sent the game into the 10th, Roberts planned to have Ohtani pinch hit for Miguel Rojas, the third batter due up.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Shares of Marsh and other insurance brokers have been hit for two reasons: a potential AI threat to brokerage and consulting services, and a more competitive P&C pricing environment, which is dampening revenue growth.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

I'd beat the bat, be thankful not to have been hit for a boundary, then walk back to my mark to go again.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

How did a dusty old breakup lament become a hit for Francis, a neophyte?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Malcolm is game to take this hit for Rufus, and he knows he’s not innocent himself, that’s common sense.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera