Strikeouts Meaning in English
word · lemma: strikeout
Definition
In baseball, a 'strikeout' happens when a batter gets three strikes during their turn and is out. The term describes both the action and the counted statistic for pitchers and batters.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in baseball and softball. 'Strikeout' is singular; 'strikeouts' is the plural. Used as a noun and to track player stats. Outside sports, 'strikeout' isn’t commonly used. Not the same as general 'failure.'
Example Sentences
The pitcher had ten strikeouts in the game.
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She set a new record for strikeouts this season.
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The team celebrated after achieving three strikeouts in a row.
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He leads the league in strikeouts this year—what a season!
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Too many strikeouts can really hurt a team's chances of winning.
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The announcer excitedly counted the strikeouts as the crowd cheered louder after each one.
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