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to knock off
[phrase form: knock]
01
to discontinue an activity
Example
She knocked off studying for the exam once she felt confident in her knowledge.
He knocked off trying to fix the car after realizing he did n't have the right tools.
After several failed attempts, the team decided to knock off the experiment and try a different approach
02
to take someone's life, typically in association with criminal activity
Example
The mob boss ordered his henchman to knock off the witness who would testify against him in court.
The hitman was known for his ability to knock off high-profile targets without being caught.
The police are investigating the recent knock off of a prominent businessman.
03
to lower the price or value of something
Example
The store is knocking off 20 % on all clothing during their sale.
The salesperson knocked a percentage off from the final price to close the deal.
The manufacturer knocked off the price of the new smartphone to make it more competitive.
04
to take something illegally without permission
Example
The gang knocked a load of recording equipment off from the studio.
The burglars knocked off the mansion, making off with valuables and cash.
The thieves knocked off the jewelry store in broad daylight.
05
to end one's work, typically at the end of a designated period
Example
I usually knock off work at 5 pm.
They 're knocking off for lunch right now.
She knocked off early yesterday to attend her daughter's recital.
06
to hit something with enough force to cause it to fall off its position or attachment
Example
I accidentally knocked off the glass of water from the table, and it shattered into pieces.
She knocked her keys off from the counter while reaching into her bag.
Be careful not to knock off the fragile ornament while you're dusting the shelves.
07
to finish something quickly and efficiently
Example
The experienced carpenter knocked off the project in a few days.
The skilled typist knocked off the report in no time.
She knocks off a dozen articles a week.
08
to produce a fake or imitation of an idea, product, or design
Example
They 're knocking off designer handbags and selling them at a fraction of the original price.
Unethical manufacturers often try to knock off unique packaging ideas to attract customers without originality.
The company was caught knocking off popular electronics and was ordered to pay millions in damages.
09
(in sports) to defeat an opponent in a match or competition
Example
Last season, the underdogs knocked off the reigning champions in a memorable upset.
The boxer trained rigorously to be able to knock off the current titleholder in the championship match.
Despite being the lower-ranked team, they were determined to knock off their stronger adversaries.
10
(of an auctioneer) to officially assign an item to the highest bidder by tapping on the counter
Example
After a spirited bidding war, the auctioneer decided to knock off the antique vase to the highest bidder.
As the bidding reached its peak, the auctioneer decided to knock off the rare painting to the enthusiastic collector.
After intense competition, the auctioneer joyfully knocked off the vintage car to the passionate car enthusiast.
11
to have sexual intercourse with someone
Example
He was smitten with him and wanted to take him out to a fancy restaurant before knocking him off.
He bragged about how many girls he 'd knocked off in the past month.
He met her at the party, danced with her all night, and then took her home to knock her off.
12
to eliminate something
Example
She followed a strict diet and exercise routine and knocked off 12 pounds in a month.
After completing the tasks, I could knock off several items from my to-do list.
The company implemented cost-cutting measures to knock off unnecessary expenses.
13
(in cricket) to score the total number of runs required for victory during a match
Example
In the final overs, the skilled batsman managed to knock off the remaining runs with strategic shots.
The team captain urged the players to focus and ensure they could knock off the challenging target set by the opposing side.
The match commentator highlighted the exceptional performance of the opener who single-handedly knocked off a substantial portion of the required runs.
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