called strike
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of called strike
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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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
Jansen started him out with a ball, then a called strike, then another ball.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2023
Miami’s Jorge Soler and manager Skip Schumaker both were ejected in the eighth inning by plate umpire Bill Miller after Soler took called strike three and protested.
From Washington Times • Aug. 10, 2023
Believing this was the program, Newbert whipped over a beautiful straight ball for a called strike.
From Rival Pitchers of Oakdale by Scott, Morgan
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