The best way to learn proper English is to read news report, and watch news on TV. Watching TV shows is a great way to learn casual English, slang words, understand culture reference and humor. If you have already watched these shows then you may recall the words used in the following dialogs.

a STRIKING woman, no doubt.
Money Heist Season 1, Episode 12

They could strike at him by STRIKING at you.
Game of Thrones Season 5, Episode 2

I'm STRIKING up a casual conversation
with you.
The Big Bang Theory Season 2, Episode 9

Striking the match?
Westworld Season 2, Episode 7

Striking your king is an act of treason.
Game of Thrones Season 3, Episode 9