knocked

Example Sentences

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Even so, the share-price decline has knocked roughly $18 billion off its market value, well above the $4.83 billion termination fee it must pay if regulators block the transaction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Wind gusts were so strong at Island Bay that two women were knocked off their feet as waves washed up over the road, an AFP journalist saw.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Foul calls have been up so far this season, with officials focused on freedom of movement or letting offensive players move without being knocked away from the ball.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Julie said the experience had knocked her confidence.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

She had somehow been knocked out of the main current and was either drifting aimlessly or was floating toward shore.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret