called strike

noun

, Baseball.

1. a pitch not swung at by a batter but ruled a strike by the umpire.

Word History and Origins

Origin of called strike¹

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

He battled back, getting a called strike with his slider and a foul tip off his change-up.

From Washington Post

The count was 3-1 after Wainwright dropped in the curve for a called strike.

From Washington Post

But the State Police do not confine themselves merely to the crude business of breaking up so-called strike riots.

From Project Gutenberg

Its favourite side lines were election frauds and so-called strike-breaking jobs.

From Project Gutenberg

Believing this was the program, Newbert whipped over a beautiful straight ball for a called strike.

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