pack a punch/wallop

idiom

informal

: to be very strong, forceful, or energetic

Careful—these hot peppers really pack a punch.

Unlike her last album, her new release packs a wallop.

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Symbolized by the scorpion, the water sign can pack a punch with its personality. —

Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 23 Oct. 2024 There are plenty of little devices that pack a punch—and a whole bunch of them are on sale right now. —

Sara Beth Bolin, USA TODAY, 24 Sep. 2024 Gray’s fashion month outfits also pack a punch thanks to her accessorizing. —

Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2024 By Terry Hacienda, The Fresh Toast Delta-9 can pack a punch and are huge in states like Texas. —

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