called strike
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of called strike
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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And to finish off the at-bat, he located a sinker at the bottom of the zone for a called strike three.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
With a World Series berth at stake, Harper took a called strike three in the third inning.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 23, 2023
Jansen started him out with a ball, then a called strike, then another ball.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2023
Kapler was ejected by home plate umpire Chad Whitson for arguing a called strike on a high pitch to the outside corner against rookie outfielder Wade Meckler.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 18, 2023
The first ball that Prescott put over the plate was a called strike.
From The High School Pitcher Dick & Co. on the Gridley Diamond by H. Irving (Harrie Irving) Hancock
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