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Punch up

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Verb NuancePlay
Used figuratively to mean a conflict, not always physical. SlideThe debate turned into quite the punch up.
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More common in casual conversation than in formal settings. SlideAvoid using 'punch up' in formal essays.
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Cultural ColloquialismPlay
Familiar to UK, Australia, and NZ speakers; might confuse others. SlideHe didn't understand when I said 'punch up'.
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