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to strike out
[phrase form: strike]
01
to eliminate someone or something from a list
Examples
The coach had to strike out injured players from the roster before the big game.
Due to budget constraints, they had to strike out several items from the shopping list.
02
to not succeed in doing or accomplishing something
Dialect
American
American
Examples
Despite their efforts, the team struck out in their attempt to win the championship.
He felt disappointed when he struck out in his attempt to secure a job at the prestigious company.
03
(of baseball or softball) to try to hit the ball three times without success, resulting in being called out
Examples
James swung the bat three times, but he missed each time and was called out.
The batter hoped to hit the ball, but after three unsuccessful attempts, she was called out.
04
to start something new and independent
Examples
They decided to strike out together and start a family business.
After saving enough money, he finally struck out on his dream of opening a restaurant.
05
(of baseball or softball) to throw the ball in a way that makes the batter miss it three times, and the batter is then out
Examples
The pitcher wanted to make the batter miss the ball and strike him out.
He confidently went up to bat, but the pitcher easily made him miss and struck him out.
06
to forcefully move a part of one's body toward or away from something
Examples
The child, scared of the imaginary monster, struck out wildly in the dark.
Frustrated with the malfunctioning computer, he struck out at the keyboard in annoyance.
Strike out
01
a segmented marine worm with bright red body; often used for bait
