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knock

[nok] / nɒk /






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"So anything perceived to be negative for equities, from higher inflation to even the potential for rate hikes, will knock the market off its footing after a historic run."

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

To reframe Tucci’s own policy of naming names, why knock something that brings people together?

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

We’re going to fight for every game, one game at a time, knock it out of the park and hope for the best.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

"The soldiers outside shot at it, and managed to knock it out of the air. They saved us, thank god."

From BBC • May 28, 2026

A knock, Clare knew, that would not stay long if he did not move quickly.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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