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knockdown

[nok-doun] / ˈnɒkˌdaʊn /




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Kennard could have provided a critical floor-spacing piece around Doncic, who thrives when surrounded by lob-catching centers, athletic wings and knockdown shooters.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 1, 2026

SAN ANTONIO—The knockdown, drag-out Western Conference Finals are barely halfway over, and they’re already a modern classic.

From The Wall Street Journal May 25, 2026

The risk of shooting so tight is that if there is a knockdown you will likely miss the picture.

From BBC Dec. 25, 2025

The referee stopped the contest after the fourth knockdown and a jubilant Williamson claimed Simpson's belts.

From BBC Dec. 20, 2025

Bribes and gifts to officials such as Boyle were routine, while the nature of the work gave him inside information about land that became available at knockdown prices.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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