knock

/nˈɒk/

/ˈnɑk/

to knock

MAIN VERB

to hit a door, surface, etc. in a way to attract attention, especially expecting it to be opened

to hit or strike with force, often accidentally

synonyms : bump

*** to hit something with a short quick action so that it moves or falls

deliver a sharp blow or push

find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws

synonyms : criticise

antonyms : praise

make light, repeated taps on a surface

synonyms : pink

sound like a car engine that is firing too early

synonyms : ping

Knock

the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing)

synonyms : knocking

negative criticism

synonyms : roast

the act of hitting vigorously

synonyms : belt

a vigorous blow

synonyms : bang

a bad experience

Examples

1. The debate team from the prestigious university knocked the living daylights out of the underdog team from the community college.

2. The fall knocked the wind out of me.

3. The market crash in 2008 knocked the daylights out of the economy, causing widespread unemployment and financial hardship.

4. But, it'll knock the breath out of them for a while.