Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pungling (up)
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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
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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
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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
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Grand Canyon led Air Force 43-24 at halftime, with Williams putting up eight points.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Mar. 2026
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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
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Jonathan Russell, the county’s director of Housing and Homelessness Services department, said his office has started paying out about $93 million that the board has committed to homeless service providers through the next five years.—
Kyle Martin,
Mercury News,
2 Mar. 2026
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The emergency assistance program, run by The Salvation Army, helps residential customers who are behind on paying their Nicor Gas bill and experiencing financial hardship because of military deployment, job loss, illness, a disability or other issues.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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According to prosecutors, Trent Sanson reached out to the council member in June 2024, offering $10,000 to place the project on a City Council agenda and vote in favor of it.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Supporters say the hotel could be an economic boon, offering new amenities and convenience.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
2 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 9 Mar. 2026.
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