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to knock around
[phrase form: knock]
01
to strike someone or something multiple times
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to treat someone or something in a careless, rough, or disrespectful manner
Пример
He knocks around his belongings without any care for their condition.
The bully knocked around the smaller child, picking on him for his size and weakness.
The company is knocking around its employees, expecting them to work long hours for little pay.
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to spend time or travel without a clear plan or direction
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to spend a considerable amount of time with someone, often implying close companionship or romantic involvement
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to be somewhere nearby, but the exact location is unknown
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to casually discuss or think about ideas, plans, or possibilities
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(of ideas, plans, etc.) to be casually discussed or brainstormed over a period of time
Пример
The boxer is knocking around his opponent with heavy punches.
The children were knocking around the ball back and forth, playing a game of catch.
The designers were knocking around different color schemes for the website.
My keys must be knocking around here somewhere.
The idea of a company retreat has been knocking around for a while.