knockout

Example Sentences

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In January, Google used a U.S. court order to aim a knockout blow at Ipidea.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

They ultimately fell to Croatia on penalties in the knockout stage but, with a wealth of talent at their disposal, could prove tricky opponents at this summer's World Cup in North America.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“Tow” might not be a knockout, but it’s far from the dregs of cinema.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

Instead, they have only won a single Champions League knockout tie since - against Copenhagen - and have lost nine of their past 17 European games.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

The knockout possibilities knock Dorcas out because here—with grown-ups and as in war—people play for keeps.

From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison