rabbit punch 1 of 2

noun

Definition of rabbit punchnext
as in body blow

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rabbit-punch

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verb

as in to knock down

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Recent Examples of rabbit punch
Noun
Before your boss could match dance steps to the music, his opponent was already kicking him in the groin and throwing rabbit punches. — Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rabbit punch
  1. body blow
  2. knock down
  3. left
  4. sucker punch
  5. swing
  6. cream
  7. right
  8. deck
Noun
  • The old guard of the Democratic Party suffered another body blow when three socialist congressional candidates in New York with anti-Israel platforms swept to victory, lurching the party even further to the left.
    — Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 25 June 2026
  • But for Sean Buchan, a co-owner of Cerebral Brewing, the Aurora phase could amount to a second economic body blow.
    — John Aguilar, Denver Post, 11 May 2026
Definition of body blow
Verb
  • When the opportunity arrives, Graves always seems to be in the correct position to knock down an open 3-pointer, deflect an opponent’s pass, grab a loose ball or snag a rebound.
    — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 27 July 2026
  • With this World Cup and its even bigger numbers, overwhelming media coverage and an American team that actually came with expectations, doors were knocked down.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026
Definition of knock down
Noun
  • Criticism from the political left was, predictably, swift and intense.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026
  • And as November approaches, more contours of the Democratic platform on what to do about it are taking shape, staking out a position that borrows from both the left and the right.
    — Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of left
Verb
  • The genesis of Greig’s sucker punch can be traced to Game 3, when Ottawa defenseman Jake Sanderson was knocked out of the series with a concussion from a hit by former Hart Trophy winner Taylor Hall.
    — James Mirtle, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
  • As the officer got out of the cruiser to assist him, Mullins allegedly sucker punched him in the face several times before the officer was able to defend himself, police said.
    — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 22 Apr. 2026
Definition of sucker punch
Noun
  • These pictures, taken over the weekend, show the evacuation operation in full swing in the French city of Bordeaux.
    — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
  • That electric swing, and catalytic moment, buys him a level of grace with a fan base, and franchise, that few athletes ever enjoy.
    — Mac Engel July 26, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 July 2026
Definition of swing
Verb
  • In either event, Potempa says to finish with an anti-frizz spray or cream for a smooth, day-to-night style.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 20 July 2026
  • Improving Savory Dishes Froth milk or cream into soups like tomato bisque or butternut squash soup for an elegant presentation.
    — Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 17 July 2026
Definition of cream
Noun
  • What to know Hoisington’s top issues include public education, workers’ rights and healthcare.
    — Alexa Newsom, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
  • Red pandas Ruby, right and Raj, left at the Santa Barbara Zoo.
    — Phil Helsel, NBC news, 28 July 2026
Definition of right
Verb
  • Today nearly all redwood purchased in stores for decking and other construction is second- or third-growth redwood.
    — Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
  • Evoke the spirit of Nantucket with a table decked in nautical blues and white.
    — Sarah Halverson, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026
Definition of deck

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“Rabbit punch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rabbit%20punch. Accessed 29 Jul. 2026.

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