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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
There won't be another Team USA medal in dual moguls after both remaining Americans were knocked out in the quarterfinals.
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Sean Nevin, NBC news, 15 Feb. 2026
It’s often described as getting the wind knocked out of you, a knot in the stomach or even trouble sleeping.
—Kyra Dahring, CNN Money, 14 Feb. 2026
Stewart gave this interview just outside the care center in the Daytona International Speedway infield, where all drivers who get knocked out of the race early must go prior to being released from the racetrack.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
American Jake Vedder also couldn’t progress beyond the quarterfinals, while Cody Winters was knocked out by a third-place finish in his round-of-32 race.
—Brendan Quinn, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Isabella threw the winning stone and hunched close to the ice, watching her brother sweep until their red stone knocked out the Americans’ yellow rock for a 6-5 victory.
—Julia Frankel, Twin Cities, 10 Feb. 2026
On January 24th, a huge strike knocked out heating to nearly half of the city’s twelve thousand apartment buildings.
—Michael Holtz, New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2026
The fire knocked out power for weeks, caused smoke damage inside and melted caulking around some of its windows.
—Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
In total, 43 firefighters responded to the blaze, which was knocked out in about 19 minutes.
—Austin Turner, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Sean Nevin, NBC news, 15 Feb. 2026
It’s often described as getting the wind knocked out of you, a knot in the stomach or even trouble sleeping.
—Kyra Dahring, CNN Money, 14 Feb. 2026
Stewart gave this interview just outside the care center in the Daytona International Speedway infield, where all drivers who get knocked out of the race early must go prior to being released from the racetrack.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
American Jake Vedder also couldn’t progress beyond the quarterfinals, while Cody Winters was knocked out by a third-place finish in his round-of-32 race.
—Brendan Quinn, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Isabella threw the winning stone and hunched close to the ice, watching her brother sweep until their red stone knocked out the Americans’ yellow rock for a 6-5 victory.
—Julia Frankel, Twin Cities, 10 Feb. 2026
On January 24th, a huge strike knocked out heating to nearly half of the city’s twelve thousand apartment buildings.
—Michael Holtz, New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2026
The fire knocked out power for weeks, caused smoke damage inside and melted caulking around some of its windows.
—Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
In total, 43 firefighters responded to the blaze, which was knocked out in about 19 minutes.
—Austin Turner, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knocked out
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But seething popular anger has not abated in the weeks following a government crackdown that killed thousands of protesters, according to accounts from inside the country.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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Silas, 29, and Tishauna Ballard, 24, were killed; two others were injured.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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Many of the pieces Zellweger wore in the film were thrifted from charity and consignment stores, such as Mary’s Living and Giving in Hampstead, the north London neighborhood where her character lives.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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The Valentino spokesmodel wore her brunette tresses with her signature full fringe, while her makeup consisted of coral blush and a terracotta lip liner.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
16 Feb. 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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They're exhausted by the constant airing of grievances having little to do with what's actually going on in the country, and by the broad generalizations about, well, everything, that ignore context, nuance and facts to promote a political viewpoint.—
Brenda Looper,
Arkansas Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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But critically, there's a gaping hole in the offensive line following the departure of left tackle Dorion Strawn, who exhausted his eligibility.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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People can’t solve problems or innovate when they are burnt out and stretched thin.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Over the last decade or so, Avgitidis said she's seen people burned out by online dating and seeking things a profile alone can't reveal.—
Lauren Fichten,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Country Day had rallied from a 14-point second-period deficit, trailing 23-9, when senior Jack Wegman drained a trio of three-pointers to key a 15-4 Falcons streak that narrowed the gap to 27-24 at intermission.—
Mike Waters,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Feb. 2026
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The expropriations, along with the firings, consolidated state control of the oil sector and, experts say, drained the country of expertise and investment, inflicting lasting damage.—
Mery Mogollón,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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And while a talented photographer can work wonders, even the best can’t outshoot a schedule that’s too tight or work literal color-correcting magic on photos washed out by the blazing sun.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
15 Feb. 2026
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That's because the odor is washed out in the rinse cycle, leaving behind only the benefits of adding it to the wash.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
4 Jan. 2026
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States where groceries bust your budget Most Americans are feeling the pain of rising grocery prices, as everyday staples like beef, coffee, and fresh fruits and vegetables cost more.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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In layman’s terms, Castle literally busted his backside to beat the Lakers.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Antonio Express-News,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Knocked out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knocked%20out. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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