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"punch out" is a correct and commonly used phrase in English.
"Punch out" can have a few different meanings, depending on the context. Here are a few examples of when it may be used: - As a phrasal verb meaning to hit or strike someone or something forcefully: "The boxer was able to punch out his opponent in the first round." - To use a machine or device to make holes or cut-outs: "I need to punch out some circles from this paper." - To end one's work shift: "I have to punch out at 5 pm, but I'll be back tomorrow morning." - As a slang term for leaving or exiting a situation or conversation: "I had to punch out of the party early because I wasn't feeling well."
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"It's time to punch out, bro".
Possibly you'll punch out Jim Thome!" Possibly you will punch out Jim Thome.
I tried to punch out and hit it left.
He was forced to punch out from under the trees.
I'm so old my fingers can't punch out phone numbers on a regular cellphone".
(In one game, Bad Street Brawler, players made a fist to "punch out" attackers).
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The Pittsburgh Punch-out?
A desert punch-out is always a possibility here.
Do not touch off that emphatic punch-out fist.
He played Punch-Out, Atari Basketball, Donkey Kong, and Lunar Lander, increasingly nimble on the joystick.
Bring back Punch-Out!
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