struck

[struhk] / strʌk /

ADJECTIVE

hit

Synonyms

STRONGEST

battered

STRONG

hurt pounded smacked

ADJECTIVE

closed by a strike

Synonyms

STRONGEST

closed

STRONG

idle

WEAK

shut down

Example Sentences

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Details of the defence agreements struck with several states in the region have not been made public.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Cupid's arrow struck during a two-hour dinner at Trump Tower in September 2024.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The company has struck recent partnership arrangements that have investors excited.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

Trump said he is hopeful that a deal could be struck.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

He turned around and struck for the surface, but he could barely swim for the urge to breathe.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo