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The phrase "afraid to hit with" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to express hesitation or fear about using force or aggression in a situation, but it lacks clarity and proper structure.
Example: "He was afraid to hit with the bat during the game, fearing he might hurt someone."
Alternatives: "hesitant to strike with" or "reluctant to use".
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He is not afraid to hit with two strikes, he said, and he knows the third strike is often toughest for a pitcher.
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I was afraid to hit the ball".
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It was like I was afraid to hit it hard off the ground".
He sweeps the ball well and is not afraid to hit the spinners over the top.
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Now, Quinn's players are afraid to hit Brodeur for fear of being penalized.
The older one (Madhavan), gentle and sweet, avoids confrontations; the younger one (Arya) is not afraid to hit or be hit.
Mr Jones said the Tory strategy was to "hit Scotland, hit Wales" but they were "too afraid to hit Northern Ireland".
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