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boxer

[bok-ser] / ˈbɒk sər /
NOUN
person who fights as a sport
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A further complaint said another boxer suffered an injured hand, but felt "forced to undertake unsuitable exercises".

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

He was impressed by heavyweight boxer Oleksandr Usyk of Ukraine during an Oval Office meeting last month before the Ultimate Fighting Championship cage match at the White House.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

There is also a guaranteed podium position for boxer Connor Williams after he reached the semi-finals.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

"Being a woman boxer and an Army athlete, it means a lot to compete on the world stage, prove myself and inspire others through my performances."

From BBC Jul. 26, 2026

"The kids would really look up to a boxer."

From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte

The four boxers - Ibrahim Kemis, 20, Nuhu Batte, 22, Emily Nakalema, 32 and Angel Katushabe, 21 - were due to fly back to Uganda on Tuesday.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

"When you watch the previous fights of England their boxers create a lot of fouls," he said.

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

The 26th president, Teddy Roosevelt, regularly invited professional boxers, military aides and guests to the executive mansion to spar, at least until he suffered a detached retina.

From Salon Jun. 19, 2026

We have a team motto that we’re like boxers.

From Los Angeles Times May 27, 2026

I stayed away from anything too personal, and eventually we got to discussing favorite boxers.

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




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