Thesaurus results for HAYMAKER

haymaker

noun

ˈhā-ˌmā-kər

Definition of haymaker

as in punch

a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument dealt his opponent a haymaker that sent him reeling across the boxing ring

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Recent Examples of haymaker If Brunson is a knockout puncher, leaving opponents on the mat with devastating haymakers that turn the lights out, Anunoby specializes in body blows. — James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 28 May 2026 The challenge this season will be avoiding a haymaker from September and October. — Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 May 2026 As both fighters were bloodied, Strickland said that Chimaev pointed to the mat near the end of the fifth round, which is a sign to fighters to start throwing haymakers. — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026 Because similar efforts to the one put forth Wednesday will only yield similar results against this young, hungry Spurs team that responded to Minnesota’s Game 1 jab with a haymaker. — Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for haymaker

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Noun

The one-two punch not only validates the once-struggling stock's recent resurgence.

— Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
Despite its small stature, this mini table's design—with its dramatic sloping base and softened top—packs a punch.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of punch

Noun

If the aim, as stated, is to deal an economic blow to Iran, the fact is that the country is already under severe strain.

— Hamidreza Azizi, Time, 29 Aug. 2026
The impact of yesterday’s sharp drop in South Korean equities transmitted further into US markets overnight, spreading selling sentiment and dealing heavy blows to US semiconductor and memory stocks.

— , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of blow

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Their pitching is good, Griffin Jax could return soon, and Liam Hicks has added some thump to a lineup previously built around three really good hitters (Junior Caminero, Yandy Díaz, Jonathan Aranda) and a bunch of do-your-job role players.

— Grant Brisbee, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
The lower-vocal harmony struggles to stand out any time the deeper bass thumps.

— Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of thump

Noun

Suddenly, cheeks, lips, and lids could all receive a wash of color with a simple swipe, making a coordinated makeup look considerably easier to pull together.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026
Cloud’s message appeared to be a swipe at Freedom, who announced his intentions to compete in the WNBA as players and coaches have spoken out about trans athletes in women and girls’ sports.

— Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of swipe

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Sabrina is no Dolly, which isn’t a knock but a comment on the impossibility of any new artist ever enjoying the level of admiration and adoration that Parton did for most of her life.

— David Kamp, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026
The brand has been making ovens for 50 years and, no knock on the other recommendations in this piece, produces cooking equipment that would be right at home in a professional pizzeria.

— Olivia Tarantino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026

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