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STRIKE OUT

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There are 6 meanings of the phrase Strike Out.

Strike Out - as a verb

Remove from a list

Example: "Cross the name of the dead person off the list"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cross offcross outmark10strike off

Put out or be put out by a strikeout

Example: "Oral struck out three batters to close the inning"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fail7neglect10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Be unsuccessful in an endeavor

Example: "The candidate struck out with his health care plan"

Make a motion as with one's fist or foot towards an object or away from one's body

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
move9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to get out

Example: "The pitcher retired three batters"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retire6

Set out on a course of action

Example: "He struck out on his own"

Example Sentences

"He tried to strike out the batter with a fast pitch."
"The company decided to strike out on a new marketing strategy."
"She decided to strike out and start her own business."
"The hiker was determined to strike out on his own and explore the wilderness."
"After several failed attempts, he finally managed to strike out the word."
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