knocked over

Example Sentences

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The New York Times reported that during soccer matches “child-size robots tripped over each other, falling down like dominoes” and that one robot knocked over a human staff member during a running event.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

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

But after Algeria beat the Leopards on Tuesday, Algerian player Mohamed Amine Amoura faced a backlash for mimicking Mboladinga and falling to the ground as though the statue had been knocked over.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 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

When Prosper saw the price tag underneath its plinth, he nearly knocked over a large statue in the center of the shop.

From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke