haymaker
Example Sentences
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In the wake of double haymakers inflicted by the pandemic and the dual writers’ and actors’ strikes in 2023, the ground is fertile for the AI revolution to seed all kinds of second-rate content.
From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026
It came when two brothers dropped their gloves within the first three seconds of a game and started throwing ferocious haymakers at a couple of unsuspecting Canadians.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026
On “Like That” and “Euphoria,” Lamar threw haymakers at Drake.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 25, 2024
Following a nervous start, Catterall grew into the fight and gained control in the latter stages as Prograis desperately sought a knockout, twice sweeping himself off his own feet with attempted haymakers.
From BBC • Oct. 26, 2024
No spit, no haymakers, no standing over the bed.
From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña
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