as in to smack
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
he shall smite his enemies with a mighty fist
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Recent Examples of smite
It is modeled on the original Z1 from 1973 (above) rather than my beloved 1978 Z1-R, but no matter, I was smitten once again.
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William Roberson, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
Christine Brown and David Woolley are smitten, but her family can't help but notice a few similarities between him and her ex-husband Kody Brown.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024
But true love finally rears its head in the form of an unlikely courtship by Michael Jackson, which leaves Lisa Marie utterly smitten, and not displeased when Danny learns what’s happening and walks out.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Oct. 2024
The stylish set will be smitten with the second offering, Alexander McQueen Discovery: Presented by Edition, which starts with a two-night suite stay at The London Edition and a five-course dinner at chef Jason Atherton’s Berners Tavern with wine pairing themed to the designer’s career.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2024
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William Roberson, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
Christine Brown and David Woolley are smitten, but her family can't help but notice a few similarities between him and her ex-husband Kody Brown.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024
But true love finally rears its head in the form of an unlikely courtship by Michael Jackson, which leaves Lisa Marie utterly smitten, and not displeased when Danny learns what’s happening and walks out.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Oct. 2024
The stylish set will be smitten with the second offering, Alexander McQueen Discovery: Presented by Edition, which starts with a two-night suite stay at The London Edition and a five-course dinner at chef Jason Atherton’s Berners Tavern with wine pairing themed to the designer’s career.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for smite
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Nobody will mind if they get smacked in the head by a selfie stick, or buzzed by a drone.Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 9 Nov. 2024
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With the score sitting at 14-10, Crabb smacked the ball at Banesh who parried it, his touch giving Partain the option to pass it back to his teammate.Aaron Heisen, Orange County Register, 9 Nov. 2024
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As the myriad plot points tangle and hit critical mass, supporting players Sarah Goldberg, Trevor White, Miriam Petche and Jay Duplass deliver gems.Carole Horst, Variety, 14 Dec. 2024
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Mixed precipitation hits Midwest The arctic blast is gone and warmer weather is leading to troublesome mixed precipitation in the Midwest.Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 14 Dec. 2024
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Last month, Trump proposed slapping a 25% tariff on imports from both Mexico and Canada, two of the United States' biggest trading partners.Scott Horsley, NPR, 15 Dec. 2024
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No final decisions on either personnel or strategy on Iran have been made official yet by Trump, including whether to slap fresh sanctions on the country, pursue diplomacy or both in order to halt their nuclear program.Trevor Hunnicutt and Steve Holland, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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In a battle, Swanson, 41, knocked Billy Quarantillo out cold.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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The losses continued under Mancini in the autumn of 2023 until a win in a World Cup qualifier against Pakistan started an eight-game unbeaten run that lasted until South Korea knocked them out of the Asia Cup on penalties.Matt Slater, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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Earlier this month, a driver died in a one-car crash in New Rochelle when their vehicle went off the road and struck a utility box.Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 16 Dec. 2024
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According to police, Tate was seen striking a police officer and charging more law enforcement officials near the U.S. Capitol.Sarah Nelson, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Dec. 2024
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However, Masvidal notoriously punched Edwards backstage at an event in London in 2019.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The top speed of 218 mph went untested, but if the speedometer on one example taped on the autobahn is to believed, the LaFerrari can actually punch its way all the way to 231 mph.Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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Despite its popularity, some critics have slammed the show's portrayal of women.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Nick Jonas interview:Singer reflects on fatherhood, grief while promoting 'The Good Half' Fans slam Nick Jonas for Elon Musk post Several users took to the comments section to criticize Jonas' post, speculating the pop star is a supporter of Musk and his political ally Trump.Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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Everyone was standing at their dinner table seats, clapping and cheering.Alexandra Macon, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2024
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Our baby happily clapped and stomped along, or simply watched in awe.Tanveer Badal, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Smite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smite. Accessed 28 Dec. 2024.
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