smacked

Example Sentences

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Troy Johnston smacked a line drive on the next pitch that glanced off Sheehan’s right arm for an infield single.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

He slammed the expulsion of his ambassador, saying it smacked of "extremism."

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

India great Jasprit Bumrah, Australia metronome Josh Hazlewood and New Zealand swinger Trent Boult have all been smacked over the ropes in this year's tournament.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

During a group fishing trip, one of Parola’s friends, Aaron Pierce, got smacked in the back by a flying carp, leaving a giant fish print on his t-shirt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Before the axe could make contact, a whiplike willow branch smacked the weapon out of Sigurd’s hand.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack