one-two punch - EE Dictionary

Definitions

n.名词 noun

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- : Also called one-two punch .Boxing. a left-hand jab immediately followed by a right cross.
- : Informal. any strong or effective combination of two people or things: The old one-two of a good passer and a good receiver is the best way to win football games.
- : Fencing. a type of attack made up of two movements.

adj.形容词 adjective

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- : employing or suggesting a one-two; with one major or powerful thing or person combined with or following another.

nounone hit followed by another

Synonyms

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