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to knock somebody down with a feather
to knock somebody down with a feather
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to cause a person to become very shocked, amazed, or confused
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Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "knock someone down with a feather" and when to use it?
The idiom "knock someone down with a feather" has its origins in the English language and is used figuratively to emphasize extreme surprise or astonishment. The expression likely originated from the idea that something as light as a feather could have such a significant impact that it could knock a person down.
Examples
I was so taken aback when I found out I'd won the lottery that you could have knocked me down with a feather!
