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Meaning of the word "hit out" in English

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hit out

US /hɪt aʊt/
UK /hɪt aʊt/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to criticize someone or something strongly

Example:
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The senator hit out at the government's new policy.
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She hit out at the media for their biased reporting.
Synonym:
criticize condemn denounce lambaste blast
2.

to strike out with a punch or kick

Example:
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He suddenly hit out at his opponent.
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The boxer hit out with a powerful left hook.
Synonym:
strike punch kick assail attack
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Related Word:
hit hit on hit upon hit and run pinch-hit hit piece hit back