as in blow
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
all it took was one hard stroke to knock the ball out of the tree
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as in to caress
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
the young mother gently stroked the sleeping child's brow and then leaned over and kissed him
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as in to massage
to praise too much
a politician with a special gift for stroking fat-cat donors
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Recent Examples of stroke
Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
Aside from pain treatment, doctors may prescribe aspirin to patients who are at risk of heart attack or stroke, according to Harvard Health.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
Blake Nelson, The Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2024
The sleeve was also successfully used to deliver a virtual stroking sensation, by sequentially activating the pouches one after another.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Some of it is the hybrid regeneration portion of the pedal stroke, but having to readjust brake pressure mid stop is always dicey.
—Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
Aside from pain treatment, doctors may prescribe aspirin to patients who are at risk of heart attack or stroke, according to Harvard Health.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
Verb
Rost put a hand on the man’s head and stroked his hair with her thumb, gently at first, then more firmly as the man’s body again went still.
—Blake Nelson, The Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2024
The sleeve was also successfully used to deliver a virtual stroking sensation, by sequentially activating the pouches one after another.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stroke
Noun
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An Idaho Supreme Court ruling against the construction of a new location for Boise’s Interfaith Sanctuary came as a blow, said Executive Director Jodi Peterson-Stigers.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Feb. 2025
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The terminations would be a major blow to the historic independence of the nation’s premier federal law enforcement agency and would reflect Trump’s determination to bend the law enforcement and intelligence community to his will.—
Gqlshare,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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The camera lingers during these moments — made wistful by the music of wind caressing the tree leaves, and by Vikas Urs’ gorgeous landscape cinematography — as the actors pore over each word, pause and emotion.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2025
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The designer had uploaded a video to Instagram stories, caressing the sides of a £1,390 cami from her spring/summer 2025 collection, while packing for the holidays.—
Daniel Rodgers,
Vogue,
2 Jan. 2025
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For best results, apply the serum every day, gently massaging it into the skin and leaving it on.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
1 Feb. 2025
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Your beloved can apply it day and night, massaging it in circular motions on his face.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
29 Jan. 2025
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That swipe didn’t sit well with some industry supporters, who have been avid donors and supporters of party candidates.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
1 Feb. 2025
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Apply your favorite lip liner, and finish with a swipe of Clinique Black Honey Lip & Cheek Oil for a truly unique look.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2025
Verb
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To peel dragon fruit: Wash the fruit well under cool running water, then pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
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After, rinse it with clean water and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Place basket on top of pot and steam, covered, for 8-10 minutes, or until wrappers puff up.—
Tribune News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Jan. 2025
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One of my downstairs neighbors was stunned to see her inhale from an oxygen tank one moment and puff on a cigarette the next.—
Michael Schulman,
The New Yorker,
20 Jan. 2025
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Outlook Single Double Triple Homer Texas moved quickly to bring in Pederson after trading Nathaniel Lowe, sacrificing a lot of fielding value but maintaining similar left-handed thump for the lineup.—
Tim Britton,
The Athletic,
5 Feb. 2025
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Helman has high-end speed and can play anywhere defensively, along with some right-handed thump.—
Aaron Gleeman,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Just weeks later, Jenna played coy about the ring when host Andy Cohen congratulated her and asked her to confirm the news.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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The couple announced the pregnancy on Christmas Eve on their respective Instagrams where several Chiefs wives and girlfriends congratulated them.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Stroke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stroke. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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