knocked

Example Sentences

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Asian markets fell Wednesday as surging bond yields and stubborn inflation concerns knocked an investor confidence already shaken by US President Donald Trump's renewed threats of striking Iran.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

“Drake was very highly regarded before then. For some people, that knocked him off the pedestal a bit.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

A similar event had been held prior to Dubois' victory over Anthony Joshua in September 2024, when he knocked out the former champion in the ninth round.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

“I think AI and technology have knocked some of the rungs out of the traditional ladder.”

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

He lost his balance on the snowmobile and knocked it over, driving the other end of the handlebars into the ice like a harpoon.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz