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How do you use the word smite in a sentence?

Here are some examples of how to use "smite" in a sentence:

Literal (referring to striking):

* The warrior smited his enemy with a powerful blow from his sword.

* The gods smited the city with a plague for its wickedness.

Figurative (referring to defeating or punishing):

* The athlete's powerful serve smited the opponent's return.

* The argument smited any hope of a peaceful resolution.

* The critics smited the new film with harsh reviews.

Humorous:

* My hunger smited me as soon as I smelled the pizza.

* My laziness smited me when I realized the deadline was tomorrow.

Note: "Smite" is a rather dramatic word, so it's best used in situations where the action is significant.

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