out cold
Example Sentences
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On one outing near Carter’s home in central Illinois, a flying carp knocked his friend out cold.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
The new study shows that dark matter does not necessarily need to start out cold.
From Science Daily • Jan. 15, 2026
Gibbs questioned the man’s timeline with records from Spacey’s phone that appeared to show the actor called him during the time he claimed to be out cold on the sofa.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 10, 2023
Canadian Delaney Irving, 19, won the women's race, despite rolling across the finish line out cold.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2023
The three Incorrigibles were out cold, nestled in a heap on the seat, and Penelope was ready to follow their example.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
