Throughout the twentieth century, being «punch drunk» was a commonly encountered condition—one denoted by an equally pervasive term. Similar turns of phrase, like «slugnutty» and «punchy,» persisted for decades in books, newspapers, and magazines. Even today, «punch-drunk,» «goofy,» and «slap-happy» can be found scattered across different media.
Tracing the impact of sports slang on modern perceptions of neurodegenerative disease
Throughout the twentieth century, being "punch drunk" was a commonly encountered condition—one denoted by an equally pervasive term. Similar turns of phrase, like "slugnutty" and "punchy," persisted for decades in books, newspapers, and magazines. Even today, "punch-drunk," "goofy," and "slap-happy" can be found scattered across different media.