as in killed
to use up all the physical energy of
the entire staff knocked itself out getting the project finished on time
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Recent Examples of knocked out
In Kyiv, three people were injured, and the heating was knocked out in 2,806 residential apartment buildings in four districts across the capital after Russian strikes hit an energy infrastructure facility, Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said.
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Reuters, NBC news, 7 Mar. 2026
Because of Jesse, the Democratic Party changed its rules, ending the winner-take-all distribution of delegates during presidential primaries, which meant underdogs and outsiders like Bill Clinton or Bernie Sanders could stay competitive and build momentum instead of getting knocked out early.
—CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Yes, they were knocked out in the first round, but that round also included an upset win over Mexico and a nail-biting loss to the United States that came down to the very last pitch.
—Grant Brisbee, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The Chargers won 11 games for the second consecutive season with Bozeman at center, but they also were knocked out of the AFC wild-card round for the second season in a row.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
South Africa has already qualified for the semifinals from Group 1, while Zimbabwe has been knocked out after two successive losses.
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
Earlier in the game, Hughes was sprawled on the ice after the high stick, teeth knocked out, trainers hovering.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
Russia's border regions have also faced hardships, as Ukrainian drone attacks knocked out heat and power for local residents in reciprocal attacks.
—Joanna Kakissis, NPR, 24 Feb. 2026
The blizzard brought up to 2 feet of snow to parts of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Delaware, knocked out power in nearly half a million buildings and wreaked havoc on roadways and at airports.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 24 Feb. 2026
Reuters, NBC news, 7 Mar. 2026
Because of Jesse, the Democratic Party changed its rules, ending the winner-take-all distribution of delegates during presidential primaries, which meant underdogs and outsiders like Bill Clinton or Bernie Sanders could stay competitive and build momentum instead of getting knocked out early.
—CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Yes, they were knocked out in the first round, but that round also included an upset win over Mexico and a nail-biting loss to the United States that came down to the very last pitch.
—Grant Brisbee, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The Chargers won 11 games for the second consecutive season with Bozeman at center, but they also were knocked out of the AFC wild-card round for the second season in a row.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
South Africa has already qualified for the semifinals from Group 1, while Zimbabwe has been knocked out after two successive losses.
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
Earlier in the game, Hughes was sprawled on the ice after the high stick, teeth knocked out, trainers hovering.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
Russia's border regions have also faced hardships, as Ukrainian drone attacks knocked out heat and power for local residents in reciprocal attacks.
—Joanna Kakissis, NPR, 24 Feb. 2026
The blizzard brought up to 2 feet of snow to parts of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Delaware, knocked out power in nearly half a million buildings and wreaked havoc on roadways and at airports.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knocked out
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Four civilians died in the UAE, while two members of its armed forces were killed when a malfunctioning helicopter crashed.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026
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The Pentagon identified the seventh soldier killed in the Iran war as Army Sgt.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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At a recent show the ringleader wore a red dirndl with gray knee socks and black ankle boots.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Like his younger brother, Nick wore 17 in Chicago but agreed to transpose the digits in Minnesota and take 71.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
9 Mar. 2026
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Plus, their fabric and fill are less likely to accrue that ever-darkening yellowish stain that tired goose down pillows acquire over time, thanks to sweat, oils, lotion residues, etc.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
24 Oct. 2025
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Many blue-city residents who have noticed a decrease in crime surely appreciate the safer streets, an environment that tired old No Kings boomers will never have to navigate.—
Newsweek Contributors,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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If you’re exhausted by life, you’re allowed to cancel plans — even fun ones — to restore your energy.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Eligibility requirements The city began accepting applications this week and will continue through June 30 this year, or until funding is exhausted, whichever comes first.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2026
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Key Takeaways Cream of wheat can be a good substitute if you're burnt out on oatmeal.—
Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
5 Mar. 2026
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Whether you're feeling burnt out by all the game day preparations, or really craving some brisket for a go-to weeknight meal, this recipe is for you.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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Surgeons drained nearly three liters of blood from his chest cavity.—
Emily Trainham,
FOXNews.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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This profound snow drought comes at an especially awkward time, compounding a quarter-century of regional aridification that has drained the nation’s two largest reservoirs to precarious depths.—
Brandon Loomis,
AZCentral.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Rain impacted multiple Australian GPs in Adelaide, and the 1991 edition was one of the shortest F1 races in history, lasting just a touch over 24 minutes before getting washed out.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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On the smallest scales, structure gets washed out, while on larger scales, structure takes a long time to form, as larger scales plus the finite speed of gravity translate into longer timescales for collapse.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
3 Mar. 2026
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Inside the agents busted holes in the walls and doors.—
Sabrina Franza,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Johnson, who is currently on parole for robbery until 2027, has an extensive criminal record that includes a whopping 131 arrests since he was first busted for a Bronx assault in 1995, cops said.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2026
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