pungles (up)

verb

present tense third-person singular of pungle (up)
as in forks (over, out, or up)

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  1. hands out
  2. issues
  3. pays
  4. aids
  5. imparts
  6. offers
  7. extends
  8. benefits
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  • Felton, like Saputra, regularly hands out experimental dishes to dedicated regulars in exchange for uncensored critiques.
    — Sam Flemming, AJC.com, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Texas hands out billions in tax abatements and incentives to mega-corporations that often fail to deliver lasting benefits to local communities.
    — Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Sep. 2026
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  • Continue reading … UPSCALE UPROAR — NYC judge issues major ruling on Mayor Mamdani’s luxury second-home tax.
    — , FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026
  • On average, the minimum term for murder cases has risen from 13 years in 2000 to 21 years in 2021, according to the Sentencing Council, the body which issues guidelines on sentencing for England and Wales.
    — Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of issues
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  • All four embrace their Crew-13 designation that pays homage in their mission patch to Apollo 13.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Murphy executive produces both series while shepherding his slate under the overall deal at 20th TV, which pays his overhead.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2026
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  • This step introduces air into the eggs, which aids in leavening and keeps the blondies from baking up too dense.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The absence of the SLC women and their tension with Barlow aids the convivial atmosphere, but Lisa isn’t completely safe from a whacking.
    — Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of aids
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  • Leo, whose only dream is to visit the Everglades, imparts his wisdom to the students who take him home each week.
    — Miranda Rake, Parents, 13 Sep. 2026
  • Grilling imparts a smoky flavor, while roasting enhances foods’ natural sweetness through caramelization and creates a crisp texture.
    — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026
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  • Perroquet offers complimentary chairs that guests can grab from the lobby on their way out to the beach.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Neighbors said in an email to The Star that the development offers a chance to own a home in Lenexa’s City Center, which features restaurants, shopping and entertainment.
    — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of offers
Verb
  • Beijing envisions a comprehensive AI education system that spans all levels of schooling and extends to the broader public.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Research extends beyond Toyota The new center will also have an academic research role.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of extends
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  • Labor unions have put money behind Cohen while Morgan primarily benefits from individual donors.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 30 Sep. 2026
  • On-device Copilot AI in Windows 11 also benefits from those resources.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of benefits
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“Pungles (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pungles%20%28up%29. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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