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pugilist
noun as in boxer
Weak match
noun as in fighter
Strongest match
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The Philippines has a legacy of great pugilists who somehow never made it to the top podium.
Singer, a formidable Hollywood legal pugilist, said ultimately that “we [he and Travolta] will prevail in this action.”
When he arrives, the ex-pugilist is in decidedly better spirits.
Lady Victoria, accompanied by a man who was unmistakably a pugilist, had entered by a side door.
He would retail his exciting experiences as a pugilist and a drunkard with much gusto.
The veins stood out on the doctor's forehead as he worked with her—muscular, like a pugilist.
The activity and strength of the Frenchman were so great that a skilful pugilist would have found difficulty in handling him.
As a pugilist might eye a recovering opponent supposed to be stunned, so Mrs. Trapp eyed Mr. Trapp.
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On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to pugilist, such as: contender, fighter, and prize fighter.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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