Hooks
Hooks noun - Large strong hand (as of a fighter).
Kicks
Both words in one sentence
- Lois tries to wean him, and he actually kicks the habit, but because of her engorged, painful breasts and missing the closeness breast-feeding offers, she soon hooks him again.
Source: G-Rated Drug -
Speaking of, Kamen Rider has a variation that pops up from time to time where, instead of hooks, two characters will throw out front thrust kicks at the same time; often this is used to get some space between the characters so one (or both) can do something dramatic.
Source: Cross Counter - She has also kicked through bolted doors, tackled henchmen with flying kicks, and tosses henchmen who have tried to restrain her with hooks, nets, or lassos.
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