Synonyms for pow
paʊpow

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1. POWnoun

   Synonyms:
   PW

2. POWnoun

   Represents the sound of a violent impact, such as a punch.

   After his capture he was taken to a camp for POWs.

   Synonyms:
   PW

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1. prisoner of war, POWnoun

   a person who surrenders to (or is taken by) the enemy in time of war

   Synonyms:
   prisoner of war

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1. List of paraphrases for "pow":

   pum, pows, paf, pg, poe, powwow, pow-wow

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1. POW

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1. Marilyn Hutcheson:

   I couldn't even begin to tell you how many, it was rapid fire, like pow pow pow pow pow, so quickly. The next thing I knew, there were police cars coming from every direction.

2. Jeb Bush:

   It is not strong to insult women, it is not a sign of strength when you insult Hispanics. It is not a sign of strength when you say that a POW is a loser because they got caught. (Arizona Sen.) John McCain is a hero.

3. David Spratley:

   Kareem was just always involved in something, whether it was helping out with the Pearl Harbor event or POW event down at the monument, he was a kid who was always full of laughter and fun and just had a lot of heart.

4. Ron Crews:

   MIA/POW tables have been part of military tradition for generations, they have always included certain elements including a Bible.

5. Curt Cashour:

   This lawsuit backed by a group known for questionable practices and unsuccessful lawsuits is nothing more than an attempt to force VA into censoring a show of respect for Americas POW/MIA community, make no mistake: VA will not be bullied on this issue.