1
as in to pierce
to make a hole or series of holes in
a nail punctured the tire
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2
as in to stab
to penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object
I could never puncture my own skin with a hypodermic needle
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Recent Examples of puncture
Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2024
And 2 inches of closed-cell foam on the inside combined with a puncture and tear-resistant liner keeps drinks and food cold for up to 24 hours, all with no leaks.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2024
Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2024
Harris also has endorsements from former Rep. Adam Kinzinger, R-Ill., and hundreds of local Republican officials to try to puncture what her campaign views as Trump's soft underbelly with Republican voters who are uncomfortable with the former president's brash and unorthodox brand of politics.
—Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2024
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Noun
Storing a suction hose properly is key, as damage and punctures can prevent the vacuum's efficiency.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2024
And 2 inches of closed-cell foam on the inside combined with a puncture and tear-resistant liner keeps drinks and food cold for up to 24 hours, all with no leaks.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2024
Verb
Trolls claim to be puncturing pieties, saving the sanctimonious from themselves.
—Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2024
Harris also has endorsements from former Rep. Adam Kinzinger, R-Ill., and hundreds of local Republican officials to try to puncture what her campaign views as Trump's soft underbelly with Republican voters who are uncomfortable with the former president's brash and unorthodox brand of politics.
—Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for puncture
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For example, Catherine doesn’t mention that Jonathan pierced his arm with his pocketknife — a gift from Mr. Brigstocke — and forced her to drink the blood.Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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Bring to a simmer over medium heat; cook until potatoes can be easily pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes.Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Palestinians have carried out scores of stabbing, shooting and car-ramming attacks against Israelis in recent years.Pilar Arias, Fox News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Tonya Harper, 42, was fatally stabbed in the neck at her house in an unincorporated area near Chandler and Sun Lakes in 2019.Jimmy Jenkins, The Arizona Republic, 31 Oct. 2024
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Instead of being the label’s one-two punch post Biggie’s death, the duo were at odds akin to Shaq and a young Kobe Bryant.Jayson Rodriguez, Variety, 18 Nov. 2024
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The punch of rum is perfectly complemented with the pop of ginger beer and finished off with a zing of lime.Rebekah Evans, The Week UK, theweek, 18 Nov. 2024
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He’s also promised to drill for more oil, ease up on Bitcoin, rein in regulations, and bring down grocery prices.Peter Green, Quartz, 10 Nov. 2024
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The Purdy-McCaffrey combo showed up best a few snaps before Kittle’s touchdown: McCaffrey raced down the right sideline past linebacker Lavonte David and caught a 30-yard prayer from Purdy, who unloaded that pass just before getting drilled in the chest by William Gholston.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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The plan works flawlessly, with Kreese jabbing Silver in the face.Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 16 Nov. 2024
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The ones who hog the entire arm rest and jab you with their sharp elbow when you're seated next to them.Dalton Ross, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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By this point, the network of support that had sustained IRA operations in West Belfast was beginning to show signs of tear.Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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Fighting back tears, Johnston implored the community not to blame the newcomers for the budget cuts.Anjeanette Damon, ProPublica, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
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Cover up on the top half and let transparent details poke out from underneath.Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 20 Nov. 2024
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The late-night host also poked fun at a photo of Trump, Elon Musk, RFK Jr., Donald Trump Jr. and House Speaker Mike Johnson eating McDonald’s on his private plane after attending the UFC 309 event on Saturday.Ellise Shafer, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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The Sharks’ prospect pool was also largely devoid of high-end talent, with the organization trading away multiple first-round draft picks throughout the 2010s for short-term solutions to keep the championship window open.Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Rachel picks Caroline, and Genevieve goes with Sue, while Lavos Teeny and Sol stick together, and macho men Kyle and Gabe team up.Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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“Puncture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puncture. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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