Strike Hard (Verb)
Meaning
Deliver a sharp blow or push; "He knocked the glass clear across the room".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- Her fist struck hard against the wooden door in a burst of anger and frustration.
- She kicked her brother in the shin but he barely flinched after she struck hard with her toes.
- His karate instructor encouraged him to strike hard with his full power during the upcoming tournament.
- Once the large bell was secured in place, he used a large mallet to strike hard and ring it out.
- By training every day for months, the boxer learned to strike hard enough to knock down even the toughest opponents.