the old one-two

the old one-two (punch)

1. Two quick punches delivered to one's opponent in rapid succession, one coming from each hand. The boxer's put his opponent in a daze with a flurry of punches, then brought him down to the mat with the old one-two. The guy refused to leave us alone, so I gave him the old one-two and shut him up for good.2. Two actions, events, strategies, people, etc., that work in combination to deliver a very effective or powerful result. The two lawyers have become the one-two punch of the firm, bringing a perfect combination of abilities to tackle any case. The storm is predicted to bring the old-one two—devastating winds and a deluge of rainfall.See also: old

the old one-two

1. n. a series of two punches delivered quickly, one after another. Tom gave Bill the old one-two, and the argument was ended right there. 2. n. any destructive assault on an idea, thing, or person. I gave his proposal the old one-two. Next time he will be better prepared. See also: old