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punch up

[puhnch-uhp] / ˈpʌntʃˌʌp /






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The Cheetahs are a compact, spirited outfit led by veteran striker Steve Mounie, but lack punch up front.

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

That examination comes across eight match days between September and January, when Celtic must punch up rather than punch down.

From BBC • Sep. 1, 2024

Comedians are meant to punch up, not down.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2024

I didn’t expect much from the Rams this season, yet their strong performances against San Francisco and Philadelphia, the only remaining undefeated teams, show they can punch up.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 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




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