Hit for
phrasal verb
To hit something with the aim for it to go in a certain direction in sports.
In baseball, the player hit the ball for the fence
Often appears as...
- hit for the fence
- hit for the boundary
phrasal verb
To strike someone in order to cause harm or punishment.
He threatened to hit him for his rude behaviour
Often appears as...
- hit for punishment
- hit for disrespect
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
phrasal verb
To try to achieve or get something.
He's always hitting for the highest grades in class
Often appears as...
- hit for the top
- hit for the best
phrasal verb
To hit something with the aim for it to go in a certain direction in sports.
In baseball, the player hit the ball for the fence
Often appears as...
- hit for the fence
- hit for the boundary
phrasal verb
To strike someone in order to cause harm or punishment.
He threatened to hit him for his rude behaviour
Often appears as...
- hit for punishment
- hit for disrespect
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
phrasal verb
To try to achieve or get something.
He's always hitting for the highest grades in class
Often appears as...
- hit for the top
- hit for the best
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Sports Specific
Used mainly in sports contexts to describe strategic hits or plays.
She hit for the corner to score the winning goal.
Pro Tip 2/3Target Intended
Emphasizes the intention behind the direction of a hit in sports.
The player hit for the sidelines to keep the ball in play.
Pro Tip 3/3Offensive Action
Suggests an aggressive or proactive approach in a game situation.
During the match, he consistently hit for the far post.
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