1
as in to knock
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
a good carpenter hits a nail just two or three times to drive it in
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2
as in to bump
to come into usually forceful contact with something
when she fell on the ice, she hit hard and badly bruised her elbow
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as in to achieve
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
the rock band hit "the big time" with their third album
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as in success
a person or thing that is successful
the new babysitter turned out to be a hit with the kids
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as in blow
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
the quarterback can't take too many more hits like that and escape permanent injury
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as in to find
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
the doctor finally hit on what was wrong with the pain-wracked woman
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as in to ask
to make a request of
she's always hitting me up for money
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as in to encounter
to come upon unexpectedly or by chance
the popular belief that Sir Isaac Newton hit upon his understanding of gravity at the sight of an apple falling from a tree
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Recent Examples of hit
Scott Thompson, Fox News, 18 Feb. 2025
The agency said its Air and Marine Operations helicopter was most recently hit by a laser on Feb. 9 while Air Interdiction Agents conducted border security missions near the McAllen International Airport in Texas.
—Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2025
Jolene Thym, The Mercury News, 19 Feb. 2025
Savan Kotecha, a 17-time Grammy nominee, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee, is known for crafting chart-topping hits for Ariana Grande, the Weeknd, One Direction, Justin Bieber and more.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 19 Feb. 2025
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The Cincinnati Bengals are expected to hit Tee Higgins with the franchise tag for the second consecutive season, according to SI.com.
—Scott Thompson, Fox News, 18 Feb. 2025
The agency said its Air and Marine Operations helicopter was most recently hit by a laser on Feb. 9 while Air Interdiction Agents conducted border security missions near the McAllen International Airport in Texas.
—Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2025
Noun
This popular brand found at most grocery stores is a bit chewy and has some hunks of fat that don’t cook out, but the hit of fennel is a win.
—Jolene Thym, The Mercury News, 19 Feb. 2025
Savan Kotecha, a 17-time Grammy nominee, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee, is known for crafting chart-topping hits for Ariana Grande, the Weeknd, One Direction, Justin Bieber and more.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hit
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Perhaps some of that success could be attributed to good, aggressive, but clean racing on Saturday night.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Feb. 2025
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The success is driven by Fairlife’s Core Power protein shake brand, which remains a popular staple at many grocery stores and does not have many direct market-leading competitors.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN,
16 Feb. 2025
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However, this is a huge win for City and a devastating blow for England’s top flight.—
Dan Sheldon,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
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Kennedy’s confirmation was a green light for Trump’s assault on reproductive rights and a devastating blow to public health.—
Katherine Hartley,
New York Daily News,
14 Feb. 2025
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First came a blockbuster trade for Garrett Crochet (perhaps the best starter on the trade market), then a one-year deal with Walker Buehler (an upside play at the back of the rotation).—
Chad Jennings,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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Cyberpunk 2077, The Sims 4, Warframe 1999, Farming Simulator 22, Dead by Daylight, and Dead Island 2 round out the charts alongside indie hit Satisfactory and Chinese blockbuster Black Myth Wukong.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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But while your face gets the royal treatment, does the rest of your skin survive on occasional slaps of expired lotion?—
Erin Bunch,
SELF,
5 Feb. 2025
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And when a fish slacks off, the octopus isn’t shy about delivering it a swift slap.—
Jake Parks,
Discover Magazine,
3 Feb. 2025
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His skill set is rare and the biggest knock against him has been his injury history.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
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The next morning, those fears were confirmed with a knock on the door from two Army soldiers.—
Michael Kaplan,
CBS News,
31 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,
12 Feb. 2025
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Talanoa Hufanga against the run The Niners’ veteran safety provided serious thump and steady run fits to help San Francisco’s defense keep the Rams out of the end zone in this game.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
The Mercury News,
12 Dec. 2024
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This petite pick packs a springtime punch with its dense collection of yellow, red, and purple tulips.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Feb. 2025
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Whether customers are shopping for home essentials or the latest tech gadgets, Walmart’s sale packs a savings punch.—
Francisco Velasquez,
Quartz,
17 Feb. 2025
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Wall Street concluded an already softer week with a thud Friday after the December jobs report came in much hotter than expected.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
12 Jan. 2025
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Survivors of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane that crashed in Kazakhstan reported hearing thuds and explosions from outside the aircraft during the flight, as the cause of the deadly catastrophe remains under investigation.—
Dragana Jovanovic,
ABC News,
28 Dec. 2024
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“Hit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hit. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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