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uppercut

[uhp-er-kuht] / ˈʌp ərˌkʌt /




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In a surprisingly tight contest, Ukrainian Usyk produced a late surge and landed a sharp left uppercut that sent the Dutchman to the canvas.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

TKV found success with his left hook and Clarke with his uppercut, but both men soaked up the shots as if they were bouncing off stone.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2025

Finally, on July 18, 2022, the couple sat across from a neurologist who delivered the diagnosis with all the delicacy of an uppercut.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 7, 2025

Chavez's best moments came in the ninth round when he landed an uppercut and right hook.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2025

I ducked its attack and slammed home an uppercut.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia




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