punching bags

Definition of punching bagsnext
plural of punching bag

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for punching bags
Noun
  • Continue reading … CAPITOL CHAOS — House GOP fears primary losers could jeopardize razor-thin majority.
    , FOXNews.com, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Economic winners and losers For now, the war is likely to create economic winners and losers.
    Paul Wiseman, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Their rubber outsole has decent traction to get me there and back (way better than flip flops), and the interior synthetic dries quickly.
    Lisa Jhung, Outside, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Kuailu Flip-flops with Arch Support Thousands of shoppers are raving about these best-selling flip-flops, thanks to their comfortable arch support, non-slip soles, and stylish design.
    Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Expectations going up after two straight Playoff washouts.
    Jason Kirk, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026
  • In optimal conditions, most vehicles can make it, but high clearance is strongly recommended—especially in winter and after storms, when washouts, flooding, or snow accumulation are possible.
    Taryn Shorr-Mckee, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Punching bags.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punching%20bags. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.

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