Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for KO'd
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Radar, communications and air defense infrastructure were knocked out, according to CNN’s review of videos and satellite imagery, clearing a path for special operations helicopters to move in.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
26 Mar. 2026 -
The Brewers knocked out starter Shane Smith during a four-run second inning and hammered the Sox 14-2 in front of a sellout crowd of 43,001 at American Family Field.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Rookie watch First-round pick Jase Richardson entered late in the first quarter and knocked down his first 3-pointer to help score a quick five points.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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It will be knocked down on Saturday, and lifeguards will work out of a temporary office this upcoming season.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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One of the vehicles that was hit was pushed onto the median and knocked over a traffic signal.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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If the robot had knocked over these containers, the consequences could have been far more severe than broken plates.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Mar. 2026
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“KO'd.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/KO%27d. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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