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knockabout

[nok-uh-bout] / ˈnɒk əˌbaʊt /


Example Sentences

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His adaptation maintains a knockabout, almost farcical pace.

From The Wall Street Journal

It's tremendous knockabout stuff, but it rather overestimates the scale of the challenge Scotland have faced when playing against England in the Townsend era.

From BBC

There has been great analysis and the usual knockabout stuff that is essential to Calcutta Cup week, but the hot takes in the build-up have bordered on the barmy.

From BBC

The Queen, a fan of the sport, joined teenagers for an impromptu knockabout during a day of meetings, entertainment and activities.

From BBC

It’s sweet and serious, and as the series goes on, knockabout comedy makes room for poignancy.

From Los Angeles Times