knock
Example Sentences
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That epic knock, undoubtedly one of the best by an England batter overseas, was supposed to give Pope the confidence to kick on and fulfil his undoubted talent.
From BBC
For the last fiscal year, tariffs knocked off around 30 basis points each from the group’s adjusted Ebitda margin and from its gross margin, which nevertheless both increased from a year earlier.
The track’s metaphorical meaning — comparing his own flawed behavior in relationships to a “mutt” or a dog with good intentions — along with a sensual bassline and knocking drums eventually became a sleeper hit.
From Los Angeles Times
Conway didn't knock off a world record, but he did edge past McKenzie in another way, with his sixth Test century -- one more than the South African.
From Barron's
She adds: "The amount of time I've spent putting effort into tailoring an application, to hear nothing back, it knocks you down."
From BBC
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