pungling (up)

Definition of pungling (up)next
present participle of pungle (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pungling (up)
Verb
  • While some college majors like liberal arts and performing arts are resulting in rock-bottom salaries, other stable career pathways are handing out the same dismal pay.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Local vendors handing out samples included barbecue sauce and seasoning from Riley’s Ribz, Essie Marie’s Salad Dressing and healthy crustless sandwiches for kids from Mo’Mo Bites.
    Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • While the transaction was held up internationally due to China’s protests, which had objected to the arrangement due to BlackRock’s American ties, domestic complaints within Panama ended up doling out the blow that prevented the deal from being finalized.
    Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 4 Mar. 2026
  • The version of Senate Bill 270 that passed by the House 61-35 will require mergers for townships that don't meet certain performance criteria, such as doling out township assistance or meeting other regulatory requirements.
    Kaitlin Lange, IndyStar, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Grand Canyon led Air Force 43-24 at halftime, with Williams putting up eight points.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
  • Woods had 367 catches for 4,626 yards and 23 touchdowns during his five seasons with the Rams, putting up the only two 1,000-yard seasons of his career and serving as a dependable bookend to the prolific Kupp while catching passes from Jared Goff.
    CBS News, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • More than 500 customers are paying Anthropic at least $1 million annually for Claude, according to a recent investment announcement that valued the company at $380 billion.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 Mar. 2026
  • In some cases, paying with cash can save you 10 cents-or-more per gallon.
    Keith Laing, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The hotel is also collaborating with government technical schools to develop a training program, contributing to educational advancement and offering a career path to residents.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Blume’s candid stories about puberty and adolescence continue to resonate with readers decades after publication, offering relatable insight into growing up.
    Whitney Friedlander, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Pungling (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pungling%20%28up%29. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.

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