called strike
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of called strike
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Clarke struck him out on four pitches: a called strike, a swinging strike, a ball Clarke purposely launched high into the stands for laughs, then strike three swinging on a cut fastball.
From Los Angeles Times • May 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
Ellis lined to Cairns in right; Treadwell fouled two balls and had a called strike, and was out; McKnight hit a low fly over short, then Bud Wiler sent one between Spears and Mullaney.
From The Redheaded Outfield by Grey, Zane
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