Strike smartly is a phrase that can be used to describe the action of hitting something with force and accuracy. The crossword solutions for this term are SPANK (5 letters), SLAP (4 letters), and RAP (3 letters). SPANK means to hit someone with an open hand, usually as a form of punishment. SLAP means to hit someone or something with a quick, flat movement of the hand. RAP means to strike something with a quick, sharp blow. All three words can be used to describe striking something smartly.