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adjective

chiefly British

knockdown

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noun

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of knockdown
Verb
When the American Civil Liberties Union agreed to represent Collin, a philosophical dispute became a knockdown, drag-out battle. Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 22 Jan. 2023 From dilapidated homes selling for little more than a dollar, to ready-to-occupy houses at knockdown prices, there's been a frenzy of competition. Silvia Marchetti, CNN, 18 Nov. 2022
Adjective
Justine Randall-Pizarro, 18, was slated to appear in court to face indictment in a slew of pending transit cases — including one involving an alleged knockdown, drag-out, pepper-spraying fight with an MTA supervisor on May 26. Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2025 And while Mack had a Defensive Player of the Year award under his belt, Parsons has more sacks, and quarterback knockdowns over his first four seasons. Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
Noun
Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2025 Tamra Judge steps up to the line and, like Judge Dredd with hair extensions, knocks down two dozen or so targets in 27 seconds, seemingly without missing a shot. Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for knockdown
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knockdown
Verb
  • And if that concoction of unpredictable strengths wasn’t enough, Florida even won in special teams, blocking a Texas punt for a safety in the second quarter.
    Noah White, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Also of note, four panelists are picking the Houston Texans to beat the Baltimore Ravens without Lamar Jackson, while two are projecting the Ravens to win by a field goal in a tight matchup.
    Jacob Camenker, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The unrest comes in the wake of Gen Z’s extraordinary and unprecedented take down of the Nepali government in September.
    Kara Fox, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2025
  • Through June of 2025, over 1,800 videos had been taken down, a MTA news release said.
    Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Report downed power lines to the police.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Chapman was part of a SEAL Team Six mission during the war in Afghanistan in which helicopters were downed.
    Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • To reduce the risk of mosquito bites and West Nile virus, health officials recommend using insect repellent and wearing long sleeves and long pants when outdoors, especially during peak mosquito activity at dawn and dusk.
    Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Autos Are an Economic Anchor China’s bold move into electric vehicles began in 2009 as a top-down policy to compete with foreign automakers, cut air pollution and reduce oil imports.
    Rebecca A. Fannin, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The game became more competitive after the first delay, but the Irish couldn’t overcome a litany of mistakes: three interceptions, two lost fumbles, one missed field goal and a handful of dropped passes.
    Tyler James, Indianapolis Star, 2 May 2020
  • Diffuse impact Problems are likely to range from dropped connections to slow downloads or loss of video feeds.
    Scott Moritz, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2020
Noun
  • Then, while sparring one day, Benny found himself on the receiving end of a KO.
    David Fear, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025
  • His fights have been described as Tap, Snap, or Nap, with the latter distinction often referring to Craig losing by KO.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Loren insists that less prominent creators looking to earn more money by blurring the line between professional and personal could ultimately put them at risk, marking a stark warning for parents who may have children considering the side hustle.
    Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2025
  • The senior ended up with more than 50% of the vote, or 713 total, to earn the title of The Tennessean Student of the Week.
    Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 Oct. 2025
  • If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 4 Oct. 2025

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“Knockdown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knockdown. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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