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boxer

[bok-ser] / ˈbɒk sər /
NOUN
person who fights as a sport
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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

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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