as in boxer
one that engages in the sport of fighting with the fists
a retired pug with battered ears and swollen knuckles
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Recent Examples of pug
Short-haired breeds like pit bulls, Dalmatians, boxers, greyhounds, and pugs are especially prone to getting burned, as are hairless canines like the American hairless terrier and Chinese crested dog.
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Angela Haupt, Time, 23 June 2025
Mosier works with the university on social media strategy, and recently decided to bring her superstar pug to the school's campus for a visit.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 26 May 2025
These include German shepherds, Labrador retrievers, Chihuahuas, French bulldogs, cocker spaniels, pugs, and Boston terriers.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
Ames dressed the pug in boots, socks, a onesie and a coat to keep her warm.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 8 Jan. 2025
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Angela Haupt, Time, 23 June 2025
Mosier works with the university on social media strategy, and recently decided to bring her superstar pug to the school's campus for a visit.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 26 May 2025
These include German shepherds, Labrador retrievers, Chihuahuas, French bulldogs, cocker spaniels, pugs, and Boston terriers.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
Ames dressed the pug in boots, socks, a onesie and a coat to keep her warm.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pug
Noun
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Rojas, who was previously a professional boxer in Panama, remains in custody despite his TPS protection.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
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On past tracks, Mustelier Oruña has collaborated with former boxer and fellow reparto artist Wildeys García Cascaret, known simply as Wildey.—
Ana González Vilá,
Rolling Stone,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Thrilla in Manila between the two fighters stands as a testament to each of their enduring legacies of perseverance.—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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One of Kerr’s colleagues, Mark Coleman, is played by real-life MMA fighter Ryan Bader, one of several non-professional actors who give The Smashing Machine the pleasing texture of lived-in credibility.—
Richard Lawson,
Rolling Stone,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Pug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pug. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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