punching bags

Definition of punching bagsnext
plural of punching bag

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for punching bags
Noun
  • Semifinalists earn 750,000 euros and first round losers get 87,000 euros.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
  • This was an elimination game with the winners getting another opportunity to extend their season and the losers going on vacation.
    Janis Carr, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Spring break season is nearing its end, but before students across the country trade their flip flops for books again, a southern spring break staple is about to kick off.
    Irene Wright, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Temperatures are going to be summer-like the next several days in the Philadelphia region, so ditch the coat and replace your wardrobe with shorts, T-shirts and flip flops.
    Bill Kelly, CBS News, 15 Apr. 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 21 Apr. 2026.

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