punch up
Example Sentences
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“I’m just trying to get me and my kids out of this town before it explodes,” growls Mary when Valerie presses her to punch up one of Al’s substandard scripts.
From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026
The Cheetahs are a compact, spirited outfit led by veteran striker Steve Mounie, but lack punch up front.
From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026
In 2016, there were allegations of a punch up between two UK Independence Party members of the European Parliament.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2025
“The founding of Activision was a real punch up to corporate power. Now it’s hard to imagine a game company more corporate than Activision proper.”
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2023
"I shouldn't think one could make good hot mixed punch up in a balloon, now," observed Mr. Bagges, reflectively.
From Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 8, January, 1851 by Various
