knocked out
Example Sentences
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Covina, which knocked out Lakewood and longtime coach Spud O’Neil in the semifinals, was second in the Valle Vista League to Charter Oak.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
At first, it appeared the bell had saved Nkuta, but the referee determined that the fighter was already knocked out and awarded the victory to Moraes.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
Alonso's side were knocked out of this season's Champions league in the last 16 by Bayern Munich, while they suffered a shock loss to third-tier Arminia Bielefeld in the German Cup semi-finals.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
The final line-up was completed after Thursday's second semi-final, when 10 more countries progressed and another five were knocked out.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
I even knocked out my homework and studied for tomorrow’s test this afternoon so I can stay out until nine.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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