as in punching
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
his mother threatened to box his ears if he didn't show a bit more respect
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Recent Examples of boxing
Is boxing the best training for senior execs?
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Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 23 Jan. 2026
Home hardening to the latest building codes includes structural changes such as replacing wood shingle roofs with roofing that is less flammable, such as tile; boxing eaves and replacing vents and windows.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Whether to avoid antagonizing potential donors or boxing themselves in as too far to the political left, some candidates, including Katie Porter and Eric Swalwell have largely avoided taking a hard and fast stance to this point.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
The Walking Dead star, who has been boxing for years, also instilled a love of that sport in Henry.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
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Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 23 Jan. 2026
Home hardening to the latest building codes includes structural changes such as replacing wood shingle roofs with roofing that is less flammable, such as tile; boxing eaves and replacing vents and windows.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Whether to avoid antagonizing potential donors or boxing themselves in as too far to the political left, some candidates, including Katie Porter and Eric Swalwell have largely avoided taking a hard and fast stance to this point.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
The Walking Dead star, who has been boxing for years, also instilled a love of that sport in Henry.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boxing
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Jonathan Velez was slapped with charges of assault and reckless endangerment Wednesday for allegedly punching Manuel Rivera, his 39-year-old cousin, to the ground near Rockaway Blvd.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
1 Feb. 2026
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For about 17 years, McDonald-Foster ran her Crave Cafe out of a small, beige-yellow house barely punching 1,000 square feet and without a dishwasher.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
30 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, bitcoin has dropped 50% since hitting a record high above $126,000 in October.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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The car collided with the bicyclist before continuing another block and hitting the bakery section of a 99 Ranch Market location in the Westwood neighborhood.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Feb. 2026
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Providence coach Donny Reynolds has seen Mandac knocking on the door since his high school career began.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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As the captain took the women back to the gate and off the property, Trader allegedly came up and hit Abzal in the face, knocking him back.—
Sara Machi,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Part of the answer seems to be more brands willing to make early commitments that actually matter (and not just slapping logos on things) but investing in the media infrastructure that lets fans watch and follow women’s sports in the first place.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
26 Jan. 2026
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But 6-11 has a way of slapping you in the face.—
Sam McDowell
January 23,
Kansas City Star,
23 Jan. 2026
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The latter was also something Garcia took issue with Friday, slamming the Justice Department for continuing to withhold some of the files.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Thomas then appeared to quickly lunge at Leon, swiftly grabbing and lifting him up before body slamming the suspect to the ground.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Things often turn uglier after nightfall, when the convoys return and the protesters sometimes grow angrier, shaking fences and occasionally smacking passing cars.—
Tim Sullivan,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2026
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My long-term goals are more important than smacking.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Jan. 2026
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My ten-year-old granddaughter was marching and banging her little saucepan with a salad spoon.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Online posts questioning the city’s account continued into the week, and protesters have kept returning to the Hyatt, banging pots and chanting in subfreezing temperatures.—
Emiliano Tahui Gómez,
Austin American Statesman,
27 Jan. 2026
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During the ceremony, Barron was seen smiling and clapping alongside Elon Musk, animatedly talking with Jeff Bezos and greeting outgoing President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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The crowd rose to its feet, clapping and shouting in approval.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Boxing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boxing. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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