punch in
Example Sentences
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Scioscia called Anderson’s death “a punch in the gut.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026
“I had prepared for a denial,” Hassan said, “but seeing those words in writing felt like a punch in the heart.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
Far too open at the back throughout the game, City were caught by a sucker punch in the 22nd minute.
From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026
Do they want a punch in midfield or the ability to distribute quickly into wide channels?
From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026
I punch in the number for my home and Pop answers.
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
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