hit out

British  

verb

1. to direct blows forcefully and vigorously

2. to make a verbal attack (upon someone)

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hit out Idioms  

1. Make a violent verbal or physical attack; also, strike aimlessly. For example, The star hit out at the press for their lukewarm reviews, or The therapist said patients often hit out in frustration. [First half of 1800s]

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Example Sentences

After the match, Mourinho hit out at Vinicius for inciting Benfica's players and fans with his celebration following his winning goal in the first leg of the knockout phase play-off tie.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

He apologised to anyone who felt uncomfortable because of his behaviour but hit out at "false rumours and misinformation".

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026

The local authorities hit out at the organisers of the march, which was also supported by MK, and accused them of spreading misinformation.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

The Hellenic Olympic Committee has hit out at criticism of the sponsorship of the historic Panathenaic Stadium, site of the first modern Games in 1896, as "petty" politics that "undermines" its work.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

She leaned back from them, even hit out at them, but playfully, mischievously.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison