strike a match

Examples (10)

• He needed to strike a match to light the stove.
• Can you strike a match? It's dark in here.
• She carefully struck a match to ignite the birthday candles.
• In the wilderness, knowing how to strike a match is crucial.
• He tried to strike a match, but it was damp and wouldn't light.
• The old man used to strike a match to light his pipe.
• A sudden gust of wind extinguished the match she had just struck.
• Learning to strike a match safely is an important skill.
• Before the advent of lighters, people always had to strike a match.
• If you need a light, just strike a match from the box.