strike
verbcandidate·updated Jun 3, 2026
produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically
Framework senses
- §1
- occupy or take on
- §2
- drive something violently into a location
- §3
- cause to experience suddenly
- §4
- find unexpectedly
- §5
- stop work in order to press demands
- §6
- attain
- §7
- touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly
- §8
- cause to form (an electric arc) between electrodes of an arc lamp
- §9
- arrive at after reckoning, deliberating, and weighing
- §10
- indicate (a certain time) by striking
- §11
- make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target
- §12
- affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely
- §13
- produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically
- §14
- pierce with force
- §15
- hit against
- §16
- smooth with a strickle
- §17
- deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
- §18
- remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line
- §19
- form by stamping, punching, or printing
- §20
- produce by ignition or a blow
- §21
- have an emotional or cognitive impact upon