knock out

Example Sentences

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Rebounding from dreadfully depressing injury news to knock out the NBA’s best rebounding team?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Second, do we need to have the ability to knock out all of their missile sites in order to deter nuclear war?

From Slate • Feb. 3, 2026

This time, Tien needed only three sets to knock out the former U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 25, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers came from behind twice in the final quarter to knock out defending champions Philadelphia as a thrilling NFL play-off series continues.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2026

But I don't even do Maddy's that tight, and I can knock out a whole head full of hair in half an hour if she sits still.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds