punch into (something)
1. To pierce or bore into something with sudden force. We'll need a hydraulic drill to punch into the rock layer.
2. To push something through or into something with great or sudden force. A noun or pronoun can be used between "punch" and "into." I punched a knife into the packaging to cut it open. Be careful when you punch the needle into the calf's hide—you don't want to break it.
punch something into something
to stick or press something into something. She punched her finger into the cake and ruined my lovely icing job. He finally punched a spoon into the cereal box to get it open.