strike zone

American  

noun

Baseball.

1. the area above home plate extending from the batter's knees to the shoulders.

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Etymology

Origin of strike zone

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

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strike zone

In a 1-1 count, Phillips threw a sinker on the inside edge of the strike zone, and Taylor lifted it into the left-field stands for a go-ahead three-run homer.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026

For decades, it was accepted practice that each umpire had his own view of the strike zone.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026

“If we can get him back to being who he is, then we’ll bet on the results,” manager Dave Roberts said before the game, noting Tucker’s reputation for controlling the strike zone.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2026

Moving through the ball creates a more seamless motion, compared to pulling it into the strike zone, making the frame job more convincing.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026

This was right in her strike zone: an aggrieved victim, a remorseless alleged perpetrator, and no one taking up the fight.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel