knocked

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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

After they knocked on the wall and heard knocking back, officers cut into Brewjee’s wall and uncovered only cinder block and cement, according to police.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Kieran Tierney and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain bring a wealth of experience and Sweden international Benjamin Nygren has knocked in 21 goals from midfield in all competitions.

From BBC • May 15, 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

He was saved from making a decision because someone knocked on his door just then.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix