called strike
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of called strike
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Yamamoto cruised through the first inning, striking out third baseman Yoan Moncado swinging and getting shortstop Zach Neto to look at a called strike three on a darting sinker.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026
The milestone came in the sixth inning on his 100th pitch of the night, a 1-and-2 slider to the Chicago White Sox’ Vinny Capra for a called strike.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2025
He started No. 9 hitter Leody Tavares with a called strike but then walked him on four straight fastballs, the first high and the next three outside.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 2023
But he came back to strike out pinch-hitter Cal Raleigh, got pinch-hitter Mike Ford to pop out to first and froze Jose Caballero for a called strike three to end the inning.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 8, 2023
Burt never moved a muscle and the umpire called strike.
From The Redheaded Outfield by Grey, Zane
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