punch in

verb

punched in; punching in; punches in

intransitive verb

: to record the time of one's arrival or beginning work by punching a time clock

Examples of punch in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The album’s earnest moments are touching, followed immediately by dance floor bangers that feel like a punch in the face (in a good way). — Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026

Achane had seven carries for 39 yards and punched in a 1-yard touchdown behind the starting left side of the Miami offensive line. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2026

The 18-year old who was thrown to the ground and punched in the face by an Arkansas State Police trooper during a traffic stop near Manila earlier this month has filed a lawsuit against the trooper. — Arkansas Online, 13 Aug. 2026

But the Saints’ bats wouldn’t be able to provide their usual punch in the loss. — Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for punch in

• luncheon
• truncheon