knock back
knock
nɑ:k
naak
back
bæk
bāk
British pronunciation
/nˈɒk bˈak/

Définition et signification de « knock back » en anglais

to knock back
01

descendre, siffler

to drink quickly or consume a beverage in a rapid or forceful manner
to knock back definition and meaning
example
Exemples
They 've been knocking back shots of tequila all night, celebrating their friend's birthday.
Ils ont descendu des shots de tequila toute la nuit, célébrant l'anniversaire de leur ami.
02

coûter une petite fortune, mettre un sacré coup au portefeuille

to cost someone a significant amount of money
Dialectbritish flagBritish
example
Exemples
The unexpected medical expenses are really knocking them back financially.
Les dépenses médicales imprévues les frappent vraiment financièrement.
03

freiner, retarder

to prevent someone from succeeding or making further advancements
Dialectbritish flagBritish
example
Exemples
The ongoing economic crisis is knocking many businesses back, hindering their growth and development.
La crise économique en cours freine de nombreuses entreprises, entravant leur croissance et leur développement.
04

secouer, ébranler

to shock someone with unexpected information or events
Dialectbritish flagBritish
example
Exemples
The unexpected cancellation of the event is really knocking people back.
L'annulation inattendue de l'événement rejette vraiment les gens en arrière.
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