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strike with

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strike someone or something with something

to hit someone or something with something. Max struck Lefty with his fist. The mayor struck the table with his fist.

See also: strike

strike with

v.

1. To afflict someone or something suddenly with some disease or impairment. Used chiefly in the passive: That doctor treats patients who are stricken with cancer.

2. To cause someone to be overcome with some emotion. Used chiefly in the passive: She was struck with alarm at the news. The sight of the ghost struck him with terror.

See also: strike