"left, right, goodnight" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} left, right, goodnight (uncountable)
  1. (Commonwealth) A series of three hits (typically punches): one with the left hand, then one with the right hand, then one which knocks the recipient out. Tags: Commonwealth, uncountable Categories (topical): Boxing
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