Definition of strike at

strike atphrasal verb

tấn công vào

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The expression "strike at" originated during medieval times, specifically in the context of archery. Archers would aim to "strike" their arrows at a target, attempting to hit it precisely. Over time, the phrase evolved to describe other physical actions aimed at a specific objective. It came to mean not only hitting a target but also taking aim at something or someone else - literally or metaphorically - with an intention to harm or damage. In modern usage, "strike at" includes both physical and non-physical actions, such as attacking a building, attacking a person's reputation, or making a bold move against a powerful entity. In essence, the term "strike at" represents the act of taking direct action to achieve a desired result. Above and beyond its origins in a sport, "strike at" has become an integral part of everyday language, helping us to articulate our attacks on a multitude of targets, both tangible and intangible.

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to try to hit somebody/something, especially with a weapon

cố gắng đánh ai đó/cái gì đó, đặc biệt là bằng vũ khí

Example:
  • He struck at me repeatedly with a stick.

    Anh ta đánh tôi liên tục bằng gậy.

to cause damage or have a serious effect on somebody/something

gây ra thiệt hại hoặc có tác động nghiêm trọng đến ai đó/cái gì đó

Example:
  • to strike at the root of the problem

    để tấn công vào gốc rễ của vấn đề

  • criticisms that strike at the heart of the party’s policies

    những lời chỉ trích nhắm vào trọng tâm chính sách của đảng