Karate strike Crossword Clue

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Karate strike Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. cut into pieces
2. cut with a hacking tool
(noun)
1. a grounder that bounces high in the air
2. a tennis return made with a downward motion that puts backspin on the ball

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

STRIKE (verb)
1. drive something violently into a location
2. make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target
STRIKE (noun)
1. a conspicuous success
2. a gentle blow
KARATE (noun)
1. a traditional Japanese system of unarmed combat; sharp blows and kicks are given to pressure-sensitive points on the body of the opponent

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