hit
verb (used with object)
to deal a blow or stroke to.
hitting
-
present participleof hit.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Still, it struggles to find a buyer, and has taken two price slashes since originally hitting the market for $12 million in February 2026.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 2, 2026
And a third kickoff just eked into the landing zone, hitting the ground at the 19.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2026
He did admit that hitting ice feels like hitting concrete, so he has learned to be careful and hasn’t had any major injuries in the last three years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 2026
The Jillaroos beat their 92-0 record, set against France in the 2022 World Cup, when Southwell converted Sergis' fourth try, hitting three figures when the extras were added to star full-back Tamika Upton's breakaway.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
I’ve had the surgery, and I’ve been in physical therapy for months, I’ve been hitting every milestone.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
