boxer
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In his preface, Mr. Laqueur tells us that although his mother always had a dog, it wasn’t until his early 40s that he himself loved one—the female boxer Curious.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Mexican boxer Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez interpreted the scene as the Argentine captain deliberately kicking the jersey and accused him of disrespecting Mexico — an allegation that Messi denied.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
As the stock market alternatively displays the grace of a boxer and the oafishness of a drunkard, investors are once more confronting that which they fear most: volatility.
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
Paul has a history of taunting UFC president White, and the MVP-promoted Rousey v Carano event was positioned as a "takeover" of MMA by boxer Paul.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
Finn opened his mouth to ask, but then Sean wound the jacket around his hand like a boxer protecting his knuckles.
From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby
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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
You can also wear the Whoop sensor in the company’s specially designed boxers, bras and other apparel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 7, 2026
As a fellow fighter, I do have concerns for boxers in every fight.
From BBC ● Apr. 1, 2026
The robe's soaked with sweat, so I peel it off and pull on some boxers and jeans and a T-shirt.
From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements
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