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striking

/ˈstɹaɪkɪŋ/ adjective B2
  1. Making a strong impression. · He looked quite striking in his new suit and tie.
  2. On strike, taking part in industrial action. · a striking employee
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That hour was not long in striking.
The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes, p. 91 · B2
She was a striking-looking woman, a little short and thick for symmetry, but with a beautiful olive complexion, large, dark, Italian eyes, and a wealth of deep black hair.
The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, p. 61 · B2
To think of your striking a stuffed man, like the poor Scarecrow!”
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 33 · B2
At last it arrested her--and she beheld a striking resemblance of Mr.
Pride and Prejudice, p. 279 · B2

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