uppercut
Example Sentences
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In a surprisingly tight contest, Ukrainian Usyk produced a late surge and landed a sharp left uppercut that sent the Dutchman to the canvas.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
His late-life boxing fame began three years ago when his son Paul made a video in which he said to Frank: "Show me how to throw an uppercut".
From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025
Yet it was a right uppercut from Wardley in the 10th round which swung the bout firmly back in favour of the underdog.
From BBC • Oct. 25, 2025
Finally, on July 18, 2022, the couple sat across from a neurologist who delivered the diagnosis with all the delicacy of an uppercut.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 7, 2025
My dad is usually pretty cool, but this time his head jerked up like he got caught by an uppercut.
From "Crash" by Jerry Spinelli
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