1
as in knocking
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 bumping
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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3
as in achieving
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
the rock band hit "the big time" with their third album
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Recent Examples of hitting
Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
The purpose of any heat shield is to be sure the extreme temperatures that objects hitting Earth’s atmosphere experience don’t harm the crew or cargo inside the vehicle.
—Margaret Landis, The Conversation, 18 June 2026
Kids looking to practice their hitting skills are welcome to come in and play.
—Jenna Thompson
june 18, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026
Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 18 June 2026
Jalen Brunson reacts after hitting a 3 pointer in the 4th quarter against the Cavaliers on May 19, 2026.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 18 June 2026
The veteran forward got to the free throw line 12 times, hitting nine of her foul shots.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 18 June 2026
Pages followed with a single and Keller loaded the bases by hitting Freddie Freeman and Max Muncy with two outs.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 12 June 2026
The Raiders, the defending champions, used some clutch two-out hitting to forge a 3-0 lead.
—Dave Wright, Twin Cities, 11 June 2026
Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
The purpose of any heat shield is to be sure the extreme temperatures that objects hitting Earth’s atmosphere experience don’t harm the crew or cargo inside the vehicle.
—Margaret Landis, The Conversation, 18 June 2026
Kids looking to practice their hitting skills are welcome to come in and play.
—Jenna Thompson
june 18, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026
Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 18 June 2026
Jalen Brunson reacts after hitting a 3 pointer in the 4th quarter against the Cavaliers on May 19, 2026.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 18 June 2026
The veteran forward got to the free throw line 12 times, hitting nine of her foul shots.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 18 June 2026
Pages followed with a single and Keller loaded the bases by hitting Freddie Freeman and Max Muncy with two outs.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 12 June 2026
The Raiders, the defending champions, used some clutch two-out hitting to forge a 3-0 lead.
—Dave Wright, Twin Cities, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hitting
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 June 2026
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Newsom’s office said that along with the FBI, agents from the IRS have been knocking on doors and asking questions.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Hemani’s case landed at a time when state cannabis laws and federal gun rules are bumping heads more than ever.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Use light pressure when rubbing the skin, and avoid washing multiple peaches at once to prevent them from bumping into each other.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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Cultural values such as achieving harmony between cultures; and slow, gracious [economic] growth.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
13 June 2026
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Both Soliches were recipients of that award, which is a full-tuition and housing scholarship for high-achieving caddies.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
13 June 2026
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Deputies responded to a report of a driver smacking his car into a guardrail in front of The Bridge Restaurant before driving away, according to a sheriff’s office news release.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
6 June 2026
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As the match got away from her in the second set and the Court Philippe-Chatrier crowd became increasingly hostile, Andreeva fully unraveled, smacking another ball towards the roof and asking members of her box to leave.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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The bomber was in the air a very short time before slamming into the ground about halfway down the runway.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
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By Monday morning, Israeli politicians from across the spectrum were already slamming the deal, despite the fact that its details remain largely ill-defined.—
Matt Bradley,
NBC news,
15 June 2026
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When the action returned, Germany found their rhythm and ended up winning 7-1.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Perhaps the most intriguing situation this summer surrounds the Florida Panthers, who missed the playoffs after winning back-to-back championships.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
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The deputy's response, seen on bodycam video slapping the suspect during her arrest, is under review, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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In the run-up to the elections, Russia upped pressure on its ally by slapping import bans on Armenian products, including fresh fruit, flowers and spirits.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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He was found dead at a villa with head injuries after a night out, local outlet Majorca Daily Bulletin reported at the time, and he was believed to have died after colliding with a glass window.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Sports and fashion are colliding in a major way this season (hello, World cup), and the style set is fully embracing the trend.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
15 June 2026
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“Hitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hitting. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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