hits

[hɪts]

hits Definition

• 1. an instance of striking or being struck
• 2. a successful song, movie, or play that is very popular

Using hits: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hits" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The boxer landed several hits on his opponent.

• Example

  The new album contains some potential hits.

• Example

  The movie was a hit at the box office.

• Example

  The company's profits took a hit due to the pandemic.

hits Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hits

• blows
• strikes
• successes
• smashes
• blockbusters

Antonyms for hits

• misses
• failures

Phrases with hits

• hit and run

  a traffic accident in which the driver who caused the accident leaves the scene before providing information or assistance

  Example

  The police are searching for the driver involved in a hit and run accident.

• hit the jackpot

  to achieve great success or win a large amount of money

  Example

  After years of hard work, she finally hit the jackpot with her latest invention.

• hit the nail on the head

  to do or say something exactly right

  Example

  She hit the nail on the head when she said that we need to focus on customer satisfaction.

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Summary: hits in Brief

The term 'hits' [hɪts] refers to instances of striking or being struck, as well as successful songs, movies, or plays that are very popular. It can be used in phrases like 'hit and run,' referring to a traffic accident, or 'hit the jackpot,' meaning to achieve great success or win a large amount of money.