punch

Example Sentences

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Her response to questions about the DOJ’s failure to prosecute Epstein’s accomplices with the statement “the Dow is over $50,000 right now” became an immediate punch line.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

Without him, England lacked punch, creativity and cutting edge.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“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

“I had prepared for a denial,” Hassan said, “but seeing those words in writing felt like a punch in the heart.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The words hit me like a cruel punch.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse