The blade was on its downward stroke when he screamed, "Enough!"

The pause was only long enough for them to understand what an enormity the downward stroke would be.

They expected slashing, downward strokes, and tried to ward them.

Start the downward stroke with moderate effort; let gravity do most of the work.

To reduce chipping, apply pressure to the saw only on downward strokes.

My hand was already on the downward stroke before I could stop myself.

With firm, downward strokes, Poole lifted himself into the air.

The lifting force is caused by the downward stroke of the wings.

Then came a downward stroke, to indicate the pressing of a light switch.

They beat the water vigorously with quick, downward strokes, forcing him to the surface.