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hit out

The correct spelling is hit out.

How to pronounce hit out

verb

Say it like: Hit- ow-t

The correct spelling is hit out. To strike out with the fist, usually without planning or accuracy. For example: "Feeling somebody grab at his wallet in the darkness, he hit out at the assailant."

Usage Examples

Feeling somebody grab at his wallet in the darkness, he hit out at the assailant.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To strike out with the fist, usually without planning or accuracy.
  2. 2.To react viciously (towards someone/something).
  3. 3.To perform by good luck.

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