punch

Example Sentences

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It’s part of a broader shift toward building new demand engines as exports and investments lose some of their punch.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

Her response to questions about the DOJ’s failure to prosecute Epstein’s accomplices with the statement “the Dow is over $50,000 right now” became an immediate punch line.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

Without him, England lacked punch, creativity and cutting edge.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

She called it “a punch to the gut.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Mr. Haber rubbed his hands together, pleased as punch.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu