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hit a lick
To earn money quickly.
hit a snag
to encounter a problem or obstacle
hit a wall
to reach a point of exhaustion or blockage
hit and run
a car accident where the driver leaves without stopping
hit home
to have a deep and lasting emotional impact
hit it big
to achieve significant success
hit it off
To like each other and get along well right away.
hit it up
To visit a place.
hit like a ton of bricks
to affect someone suddenly and strongly
hit like a truck
impact with great force or surprise
hit me
tell me the news or the plan
hit on
To flirt or suggest romantic interest.
hit one out of the ballpark
To achieve something extraordinary.
hit one's straps
to reach full ability or performance
hit pause
to temporarily stop an activity
hit pay dirt
to find great success or wealth
hit rock bottom
reach the lowest point in life or situation.
hit someone when they are down
to take advantage of someone's weakness.
hit the accelerator
To increase speed suddenly.
hit the big time
to achieve major success or fame
hit the books
To start studying seriously.
hit the bottle
Begin drinking alcohol excessively.
hit the bricks
to leave; to go away.
hit the buffers
come to a complete stop or failure