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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are struck" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where something is affected or impacted, often in a metaphorical sense, such as being struck by an idea or emotion.
Example: "As she listened to the speech, she realized she were struck by the speaker's passion and conviction."
Alternatives: "are hit" or "are affected".
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are struck
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"Four people are struck".
They are struck dumb.
Others are struck by his colourful demeanour.
Enmities fade away, new alliances are struck.
Before any deals are struck.
Deals are struck in seconds.
People are struck by it immediately".
Other notes are struck, good fun stuff.
Batsmen are struck all the time & invariably brush it off.
Others are struck by how outdated the dress rule seems.
People are struck by cars or severely injured in falls.
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