Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for punching bags
Noun
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The Trojans didn’t just climb out of the losers’ bracket.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026 -
The Mercury will look to stop a six-game losing streak against the Storm, losers of three straight.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
Noun
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In the century since its debut, Yoo-hoo endured its own beverage flops.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2026
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Flip-flops are an obvious summer staple, but Hadid’s black leather pair is such a versatile pick.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
Noun
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There will be several chances for rain across Maryland Wednesday through early next week, but none of the days are looking like washouts.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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On the other hand, cool‑season sod farmers usually grow Kentucky bluegrass, which germinates slowly compared to other turfgrass species, increasing the risk of washouts.—
Ryan Bearss,
The Conversation,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Punching bags.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punching%20bags. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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