knock / hit sb/sth out of the park

/nˈɒk ɔː hˈɪt ˌɛsbˈiː slˈaʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ ˌaʊtəv ðə pˈɑːk/

/nˈɑːk ɔːɹ hˈɪt ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ ˌaʊɾəv ðə pˈɑːɹk/

[phrase]

to knock / hit sb/sth out of the park

[PHRASE]

to achieve significantly better results compared to other people or things

to [knock|hit] {sb/sth} out of the park definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "knock someone out of the park" and when to use it?

The idiom has its origin in baseball. It refers to hitting a baseball so hard and far that it goes beyond the boundaries of the baseball field, resulting in an automatic home run. The idiom has been adopted into everyday language and is often used metaphorically to describe a remarkable success, achievement, or accomplishment that exceeds expectations or surpasses previous achievements. It can be used in various contexts, such as in business, sports, entertainment, or personal achievements.

Examples

1. The musician's new album is a masterpiece, with every song knocking it out of the park.

2. The company's latest advertising campaign was a huge success, hitting it out of the park with record-breaking sales and customer engagement.

3. The basketball player's impressive shooting skills were hitting opponents out of the park, scoring multiple three-point shots and leading his team to a victory.

4. The basketball player's impressive shooting skills were hitting opponents out of the park, scoring multiple three-point shots and leading his team to a victory.

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