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Knuckle sandwich
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used to refer to a punch that is hit in a person's mouth
Humorous
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "knuckle sandwich" and when to use it?
The idiom "knuckle sandwich" originated in the early 20th century as slang for a punch to the face or a physical blow, often in the form of a fist to the mouth or nose. The phrase is a playful way of describing a violent action and is meant to sound more lighthearted than a real threat, despite its aggressive undertones.
Examples
When the schoolyard bully would n't leave him alone, he finally stood up and threatened to give him a knuckle sandwich.
