one-two

Example Sentences

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The real question is whether this one-two punch innovation represents a true breakthrough.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Notre Dame is expected to face Norco’s top one-two pitching duo of Coral Williams and Peyton May.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Investors are bracing for what comes next: a possible one-two punch of higher oil prices and higher-for-longer interest rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Still, a one-two punch of surging inflation and higher interest rates would be much more damaging to the U.S. economy than the recent spike in oil suggests.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

It’s better in the afternoons with Brother Vu, who just wants us to do front kicks and back kicks, at times adding one-two punches.

From "Inside Out and Back Again" by Thanhha Lai