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striking
noun(strik-ing)
the physical coming together of two or more things
Synonyms: contact, impinging,
striking
adjective(strik-ing)
sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect
Synonyms: dramatic, spectacular,
Examples:
His striking good looks always created a sensation.
striking
noun(strik-ing)
the act of contacting one thing with another
Synonyms: hit, hitting,
striking
adjective(strik-ing)
having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
Synonyms: outstanding, prominent, salient, spectacular,
Examples:
A striking thing about Picadilly Circus is the statue of Eros in the center.
A striking resemblance between parent and child.

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