knocked around
Example Sentences
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The Padres, meanwhile, were knocked around by the tanking Minnesota Twins in a 7-4 defeat earlier in the evening.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 30, 2025
CALGARY, Alberta — Under the shadow of Friday’s trade deadline, the Kraken were knocked around at Scotiabank Saddledome, particularly their top defensive pairing.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2024
Emmet Sheehan, who pitched 3 ⅔ innings in relief of Kershaw, was knocked around for three runs and four hits.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2023
He was knocked around for five earned runs and nine hits over five innings in his last start against Tampa Bay.
From Washington Times • Sep. 16, 2023
He dragged himself to the kitchenette and knocked around until he came up with a lighter.
From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen
