one-two
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one–two

noun \ˈwən-ˈtü, -ˌtü\

Definition of ONE-TWO

1
: a combination of two quick blows in rapid succession in boxing; especially : a left jab followed at once by a hard blow with the right hand
2
or one–two punch : two forces combining to produce a marked effect

First Known Use of ONE-TWO

1809

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