ZONKS (OUT) Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

zonks (out)

verb

present tense third-person singular of zonk (out)

as in passes out

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But in many of those situations Achane was sharing the backfield with another tailback [mostly Raheem Mostert] or two, and was still involved in the passing game, catching passes out the backfield.

— Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026
Five of Zitko’s receptions went for first downs, and most of them came via short passes out of the backfield.

— Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026

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Madeline, however, is quickly riddled with guilt after her mom (who was supposed to show at the party) faints at home and was waiting all day for somebody to call and realize.

— Matt Minton, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026
Continuing to hold their breath causes a lack of oxygen to the brain and the swimmer faints without warning.

— Chip Alexander, Charlotte Observer, 12 Aug. 2026

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