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Punch up

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Verb Nuance

Used figuratively to mean a conflict, not always physical.

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The debate turned into quite the punch up.
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Colloquial Usage

More common in casual conversation than in formal settings.

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Avoid using 'punch up' in formal essays.
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Cultural Colloquialism

Familiar to UK, Australia, and NZ speakers; might confuse others.

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He didn't understand when I said 'punch up'.
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