Hook
Hook noun - A hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument.
Usage example: delivered a hard right hook that struck his opponent in the eye
Sucker punch and hook are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sucker punch" instead a noun "Hook".
Sucker punch
Sucker punch noun - An unexpected punch.
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Synonyms for Sucker punch
Hook and sucker punch are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hook" instead a noun phrase "Sucker punch".
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