the word strike has very different meanings therefore, using it could depend on the context. A few examples could be : 1. Since there was a strike, everyone was advised to stay indoors to avoid getting hurt (meaning a protest). 2. John, you dont strike me as a person who likes cats (meaning John doesn't seem like a person who likes cats). 3. Strike can also be a name of a person. 4. it can also be used as a way to express an attack made 5. used to indicate a chiming sound- The clock struck (past tense) nine.

That's a hard question to answer, because, like you said, the word 'strike' has lots of meanings. Here are some of the most common ones; * To hit something e.g. He looked like he was going to strike me. * For a thought/idea to come into your mind suddenly or unexpectedly e.g. It struck me that it might be a good idea after all. * To cancel, remove or cross out e.g. His name was struck from all records. * To refuse to attend work or school in protest of something e.g. The workers were on strike due to poor working hours. * When a clock indicates the time with a chime or stroke e.g. The clock struck twelve. Hopefully that helps :)