one-two

noun

ˈwən-ˈtü 

-ˌtü

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

Examples of one-two in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The duo has traded standout performances, further establishing themselves as Texas's top one-two punch run threat. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Oct. 2026

The one-two punch of Fatal Attraction and Wall Street during the same year transformed me from leading man to superstar. — Michael Douglas, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026

In the Week 2 overtime thriller against the Indianapolis Colts, Johnson’s shifty play alongside Walker gave Kansas City what could quietly be one of the league’s best one-two punches in the backfield. — Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2026

Perhaps a one-two with prolific auteur Östlund is standard practice for one of Sweden’s most famous journalists, but an ensuing Oscar campaign? — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for one-two

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