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Recent Examples of one-two
Two stepovers and a quick one-two between his own two feet gave him enough space to set it up on his weaker right foot.
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Braidon Nourse, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
At his best, Towns is a matchup nightmare who forms a potent one-two punch with Brunson.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
If enough go to the Democratic laggers rather than the party frontrunners, both Republicans could still wind up one-two.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2026
That one-two-punch at the 5 spot was a big part of the Gophers’ success last season.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 6 Apr. 2026
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Braidon Nourse, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
At his best, Towns is a matchup nightmare who forms a potent one-two punch with Brunson.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
If enough go to the Democratic laggers rather than the party frontrunners, both Republicans could still wind up one-two.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2026
That one-two-punch at the 5 spot was a big part of the Gophers’ success last season.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for one-two
Noun
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Arsenal’s title challenge is back on track, Liverpool have been dealt a potentially season-defining injury blow, and Fantasy Premier League managers now have just four Gameweeks left to make their mark.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The loss of Kidal represents a significant blow to Russia’s credibility in Mali, where the military junta has relied on mercenaries to combat Islamic extremism.—
Wilson Mcmakin,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In fact, the much-ballyhooed calamity — millions of Americans forced to go without health insurance coverage — never took place.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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In fact, the much-ballyhooed calamity — millions of Americans forced to go without health insurance coverage — never took place.—
Las Vegas Review-Journal,
Twin Cities,
18 Apr. 2026
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The Chernobyl disaster is the worst nuclear power plant accident ever in terms of death toll and cost.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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Satellite connectivity can act as a backup during disasters like hurricanes or wildfires.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Jac Caglianone tied the game with a two-run homer in the ninth and Lane Thomas’ three-run blast in the 10th won it for the Royals.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
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Judge followed up behind him with a solo blast of his own.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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With 14 playoff games in the books through Tuesday, the NBA is experiencing a double whammy — both pace and points per possession are down sharply from the regular season.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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But selling stocks in your 401(k) account and withdrawing cash packs a double whammy.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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“One-two.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/one-two. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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