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is hitting

  • present progressive
    of hit (3rd person singular).
    hit
    verb (used with object)
    to deal a blow or stroke to.

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He’s not the only disappointment: Mookie Betts is hitting worse than ever before in his career while another newcomer, $240-million man Kyle Tucker, is hitting just .239 with 11 home runs.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

Andy Burnham will make a speech on social care next week as part of what No 10 says is an attempt to show he is "hitting the ground running" as prime minister.

From BBC Jul. 25, 2026

Conversation is flowing, the food is hitting just right and everybody is enjoying each other’s company.

From Salon Jul. 3, 2026

Inflation is hitting hardest in the categories retirees can’t avoid.

From MarketWatch Jun. 10, 2026

But just know I'm sorry this is hitting you out of nowhere.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli