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  • present participle of strike.
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striking

[strahy-king] / ˈstraɪ kɪŋ /


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Orange County Sheriff’s Department deputies were called to a Foothill Ranch Walmart in Lake Forest after two juveniles were spotted riding e-bikes inside the store Sunday, nearly striking shoppers inside, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

One of the study's most striking findings involved the Arctic.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Smucker in its new era since striking a deal with activist investor Elliott Investment Management in February.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

This change is especially striking given Maine’s history.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

“Come on!” he cried, striking out after the men.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook




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