Rechercher
to strike
01
frapper, donner un coup à, donner des coups à, mettre un coup à, mettre des coups à
to hit using hands or weapons
Transitive: to strike sb/sth with sth
Example
During the battle, the warrior struck his enemies with a sword in each hand.
In self-defense, she struck the assailant with a swift kick to the abdomen.
The blacksmith struck the hot metal with a hammer to shape it.
02
frapper
to launch a planned and forceful attack against an enemy or target
Transitive: to strike an enemy target
Example
The military planned to strike the enemy 's base at dawn.
The fleet moved in position to strike the coastline of the occupied territory.
Airplanes were deployed to strike strategic locations in the region.
03
frapper, toucher
to deeply influence or cause someone to experience a powerful mental or emotional reaction
Transitive: to strike sb with an emotion or impression
Example
The tragic scene in the movie struck the audience with profound sadness.
The resilience of the survivors struck everyone with admiration.
The harsh criticism struck him with a feeling of inadequacy.
04
frapper, heurter
to come into contact with something in a forceful manner
Intransitive
Example
The arrow struck, finding its mark in the target.
The waves struck with such force that they damaged the pier.
Two ships struck in the middle of the channel, causing significant damage.
05
frapper, sonner
to announce or indicate the time by producing a chime or stroke
Transitive: to strike a specific time
Example
As we sat in the church, the bells struck the hour.
The clock struck midnight, and the whole house fell silent.
The grandfather clock struck seven, signaling it was time for dinner.
06
frapper, toucher
to happen abruptly and cause harm, damage, or suffering
Transitive: to strike people or places
Example
The hurricane struck the coastline, leaving widespread devastation.
A financial crisis struck the nation, leading to widespread unemployment.
A severe drought struck the region, ruining the crops.
07
se mettre en grève, faire la grève
to stop working as a sign of protest against some work issues, such as low wages, poor working conditions, etc.
Intransitive
Example
They will strike if the company does not address their concerns.
The workers decided to strike for better pay and benefits.
He is planning to strike if their demands are not met.
08
frapper, déclencher
to cause an electric arc to form between the electrodes of an arc lamp
Transitive: to strike an electric arc
Example
The technician carefully struck the electrodes to ignite the arc in the lamp.
The lamp would n't turn on until the electrician struck the arc with precision.
When the power was turned on, the electrician struck the arc lamp, lighting up the entire room.
09
frapper, taper
to play a musical instrument by hitting it, typically with the hand or a stick
Transitive: to strike a musical instrument
Example
He strikes the cymbals with precision during the climax of the song.
She struck the strings of the guitar with her fingertips, producing a melodic riff.
She will need to strike the keys of the piano forcefully to emphasize the dramatic climax of the piece.
10
atteindre, frapper
to achieve or attain something, often through effort or action
Transitive: to strike an achievement
Example
After months of searching, they struck a solution to the problem.
After years of hard work, she finally struck success in her career.
He struck fame when his novel became a bestseller.
11
frapper, toucher
(of light) to fall upon or hit an object or surface
Transitive: to strike a surface or object
Example
As the moon rose, its pale light struck the top of the mountain.
The morning sunlight struck the window, filling the room with warmth.
A single ray of light struck the stained glass, casting vibrant colors on the floor.
12
rayer, biffer
to cancel, eliminate, or mark for deletion, often by drawing a line through the text or item
Transitive: to strike a part of a text
Example
Please strike the incorrect sentence from the document.
He angrily struck his ex-partner's name from the invitation list.
He struck the items he had already purchased off his shopping list.
13
gratter
to make a fire or spark while two surfaces are rubbed against each other
Transitive: to strike a combustible object | to strike a combustible object against sth
Example
The survivalist struck his knife against a ferro rod to ignite dry tinder.
He struck the match against the box to light the candle.
They struck flint against steel to start a campfire.
14
frapper, découvrir
to find or encounter something unexpectedly or by chance
Transitive: to strike sth
Example
The explorers struck a rich vein of gold deep in the mountains.
Wandering through the woods, they struck an abandoned cabin.
On their journey, they struck a village they had n't seen marked on any map.
15
conclure, parvenir à, arriver à
to successfully reach, achieve, or establish something that requires agreement or compromise
Transitive: to strike an agreement or compromise
Example
After weeks of debate, the committee struck an agreement on the budget.
The two parties struck a deal after hours of negotiation.
The company struck a compromise with the labor union to avoid a strike.
16
frapper, percer
to make a sudden or forceful entry into or through something
Intransitive: to strike into sth | to strike through sth
Example
The dagger struck through the cloth, narrowly missing the flesh beneath.
The arrow struck deep into the target, piercing its center.
The needle struck through the fabric, piercing it with precision.
17
niveler, râper
to smooth or shape a surface, such as a mold or material, using a tool
Transitive: to strike a malleable material
Example
The sculptor struck the wax model gently to create the desired contours.
The blacksmith struck the molten metal into the desired mold using his tools.
He carefully struck the surface of the concrete mold to ensure it was even.
18
frapper, monnayer
to produce a coin or medal by pressing a design onto metal using a die
Transitive: to strike a medal or coin
Example
The mint struck thousands of commemorative coins for the anniversary.
The mint struck the final batch of silver dollars before ceasing production.
The limited-edition gold coin was struck to celebrate the historic event.
19
démonter, démolir
to dismantle or take down a tent or a group of tents from an encampment
Transitive: to strike tents or a camp
Example
The volunteers worked together to strike the tents and pack up the supplies.
We need to strike the tents before the rain arrives.
After the festival, the crew began to strike the tents and clear the grounds.
20
frapper, heurter
to hit something accidentally, usually with part of one's body
Transitive: to strike a body part against sth | to strike a body part on sth
21
prendre, adopter
to take on or assume a particular role, attitude, appearance, or quality
Transitive: to strike an attitude or appearance
Example
The team struck a defensive formation as soon as the game started.
He struck a thoughtful expression as he considered the proposal.
She struck a confident pose before stepping onto the stage.
22
frapper, éprouver
to cause someone to suddenly experience a specific emotion.
Transitive: to strike an emotion
Example
The eerie silence struck a sense of dread among the group.
The tragedy struck a profound sadness in the entire community.
The news of the accident struck fear in the hearts of everyone present.
Strike
01
grève, suspension du travail
a collective action by workers who refuse to work until certain demands are met
02
frappe, coup
an attack that is intended to seize or inflict damage on or destroy an objective
03
strike, coup parfait
the act of knocking down all ten pins with a single ball
What is a "strike"?
A strike in bowling is when a player knocks down all 10 pins with their first roll in a frame. It is considered one of the best outcomes in the game, as it allows the player to earn the maximum score for that frame. When a player scores a strike, they receive 10 points plus the total number of pins knocked down in their next two rolls. A strike helps build a higher score, and it is a key goal in both recreational and competitive bowling. In ten-pin bowling, scoring a strike is marked with an "X" on the scorecard.
04
frappe, coup de maître
a conspicuous success
05
prise
(baseball) a pitch that the batter swings at and misses, or that the umpire calls within the strike zone
What is a "strike"?
A strike in baseball or softball is a pitch that the batter either swings at and misses, or does not swing at but the umpire decides it is within the strike zone. The strike zone is the area over the plate, typically between the batter's knees and chest. If the batter gets three strikes during their turn at bat, they are out. A strike helps the pitcher by counting against the batter and making it more difficult to reach base. A pitch is also called a strike if the batter swings and hits the ball, but the hit does not result in a fair play.
Example
The umpire called a strike on the inside corner of the plate.
He took a strike on the outside part of the plate.
The umpire signaled a strike after the batter did n't swing at a breaking ball.
06
coup léger, choc doux
a gentle blow
Exemple
During the battle, the warrior struck his enemies with a sword in each hand.
In self-defense, she struck the assailant with a swift kick to the abdomen.
The blacksmith struck the hot metal with a hammer to shape it.
In a fit of rage, he struck the table with his fist, causing it to shake.
The boxer aimed to strike his opponent with a precise combination of punches.
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