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hitting

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary US //ˈhɪtɪŋ// UK //hˈɪtɪŋ// hit·ting

n. the act of touching someone or something with a lot of force. It often describes a physical strike in sports or a fight.

n. the action of striking a person or object with a blow or impact. Often used in the context of physical assault or specific athletic movements.


SIMPLE

The hitting in the boxing match was very intense.

CONTEXTUAL

The coach focused on the player's hitting technique to ensure they could drive the ball further into the field.

COMPLEX

While the physical hitting was limited during the demonstration, the sheer force of the impact against the protective shields was enough to demonstrate the weapon's potential.

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Often functions as a gerund; when used as a noun, it typically describes the repeated action or the quality of the strikes.

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