knocked over

Example Sentences

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He told me ICE had knocked over the police tape during one of their advances, and no police or first responders remained.

From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026

The storm has knocked over trees, caused car crashes and knocked out power for thousands across the state.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 26, 2025

Beauden Barrett also knocked over a penalty to give the All Blacks a commanding 17-0 lead at the interval.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

“We can’t have it knocked over — brutally — to put it brutally — before the election,” Kissinger said.

From Salon • Nov. 1, 2025

It would be nice not to be knocked over again or it would be nice to see Bo – and me – again?

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler