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noun

plural of punt
as in canoes

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verb

present tense third-person singular of punt
as in poles

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Recent Examples of punts
Noun
On previous punts in the game, the Panthers had not been as aggressive in trying to block the punt, the edge rusher taking two steps before turning around to block for the returner. — Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 11 Jan. 2026 Miami punts The Hurricanes once again got past midfield, but Carson Beck was then sacked on back-to-back plays to force a Miami punt. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026 Five punts and a turnover on downs, coming on the fake punt. — Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Oct. 2025 Six punts have been returned for a touchdown — a dramatic spike considering that the league saw only six touchdowns scored off punt returns all of last season. — Mike Jones, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025 During his collegiate career, the speedy 5-foot-10 receiver returned two punts for touchdowns and led the ACC in punts returned and punt return yards. — Dj Siddiqi, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025 Perich had 502 return yards last season (314 on kicks, 188 on punts) and his 60-yard punt return helped the Gophers stake a fourth-quarter comeback in a close loss to Michigan in September. — Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for punts
  1. canoes
  2. dinks
  3. rafts
  4. gigs
  5. skiffs
  6. dinghies
  7. yachts
  8. shells
Noun
  • Before the arrival of Europeans, the Native tribes used these waters as highways for their dugout and birchbark canoes.
    — Robert Klose, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Sep. 2026
  • At the Shamrock’s beach, guests can borrow canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and stand-up paddleboards for some quality time on the water.
    — Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of canoes
Noun
  • In a tournament defined by vertical runs, through balls and dinks, Olise has been France’s main conductor, synthesising their high-pressing intensity and directness with creative rhythm.
    — Sukhman Singh, New York Times, 29 June 2026
  • At age 69, Lynn Ianni is a pickleball whiz, zipping from dinks to drives energetically.
    — Graham Kates, CBS News, 9 Mar. 2026
Definition of dinks
Noun
  • But there’s plenty to keep kids occupied here from pool toys and rafts to beachside games like jenga and bocce.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Some 680 rescuers eventually reached the Gyirong area by foot and via rafts.
    — Niranjan Shrestha, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of rafts
Noun
  • In past years, Williams has had styling gigs with Burrow, Karl-Anthony Towns, Matt Barnes and Kyle Kuzma.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Creeggan made the suggestion to keep Lyle on retainer for future gigs if need be, which, despite the vote of confidence, still gave his father pause.
    — Devon Ivie, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of gigs
Noun
  • Dozens of sunken skiffs and speedboats, long written off by their owners, sat dry on the sand.
    — Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Head to Bahia Marina on 22nd Street to rent a variety of water craft including kayaks, skiffs and pontoon boats.
    — Katie Riley, Southern Living, 15 July 2026
Definition of skiffs
Noun
  • Operating as close as possible to the Libyan search-and-rescue zone, its crew deployed fast rigid inflatable boats (RHIBs) to reach overcrowded inflatable dinghies before larger rescue vessels could arrive.
    — Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 17 July 2026
  • His anti-immigration message has shifted from focusing on Polish plumbers to asylum seekers in dinghies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 June 2026
Definition of dinghies
Noun
  • Windstar’s fleet has an array of options to fit any travel style, offering both sailing yachts and all-suite yachts across its Greece voyages.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Sirena Yachts made one mighty splash at Cannes this year, presenting one of the largest yachts of the show.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of yachts
Noun
  • Flutes, maracas and the rhythmic rattle of shells soon filled the room as Ortega led the other dancers through a series of movements rooted in an Indigenous tradition.
    — Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
  • What better place to display the shells the family collected on vacation?
    — Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of shells

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