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punting

The correct spelling is punting.

How to pronounce punting

verb

IPA: /ˈpʌntɪŋ/

Say it like: Pun-tin-g

The correct spelling is punting. To propel a punt or similar craft by means of a pole.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To propel a punt or similar craft by means of a pole.
  2. 2.To dropkick; to kick something a considerable distance.
  3. 3.To equivocate and delay or put off (answering a question, addressing an issue, etc).
  4. 4.To retreat from one's objective; to abandon an effort one still notionally supports.
  5. 5.To make the best choice from a set of non-ideal alternatives.

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