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as in to rob
to remove valuables from (a place) unlawfully
he knocked over six convenience stores before getting caught
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as in to drop
to strike (someone) so forcefully as to cause a fall
knocked me over trying to get out the door
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Recent Examples of knock over
Many people could be seen rushing to enter the building, several people were lying on the ground, and barriers were knocked over.
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Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2024
But even if it does get knocked over, the padding at the top will protect irons and woods alike.
—Red Fabbri, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2024
No more bottles getting knocked over or sponges getting misplaced: Now all of my dishwashing essentials have a home.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 8 Aug. 2024
Several drink holders throughout the table keep drinks in place and safe from being knocked over.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Oct. 2024
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Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2024
But even if it does get knocked over, the padding at the top will protect irons and woods alike.
—Red Fabbri, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2024
No more bottles getting knocked over or sponges getting misplaced: Now all of my dishwashing essentials have a home.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 8 Aug. 2024
Several drink holders throughout the table keep drinks in place and safe from being knocked over.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Oct. 2024
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Photo: Adrian Nina Ormerod’s splash of pink tulle reflects a wider trend for tinted veils that has proliferated in alternative corners of the Western wedding sphere, where women aren’t robbed of £50 for a warm glass of Prosecco and the privilege of wriggling into a grubby one-size-fits-all sample.Alice Newbold, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2024
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Court documents state Lindsay robbed Chase Bank and U.S. Bank in Tempe and Mesa.Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 31 Oct. 2024
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Jin’s latest appearance on Fallon comes hot on the heels of the release of his debut solo album, Happy, which dropped on Nov. 15.Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 21 Nov. 2024
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In March 2019, all charges were dropped after the Cook County state’s attorney reached a deal with his defense team that included Smollett taking part in community service and forfeiting a $10,000 bond.Ellise Shafer, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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The historic bomb cyclone, which has already claimed two lives, downed trees, and triggered widespread power outages in the Pacific Northwest, now presents a complex challenge for travelers across the country.Jim Foerster, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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The National Weather Service (NWS) in Seattle issued high wind warnings on Tuesday extending into the early hours of Wednesday as gale force winds with gusts over 65 miles per hour downed trees and toppled power lines across the region.Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
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With just over two minutes left in the fourth quarter of Wednesday’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Bronny dribbled toward the baseline, then backed out, steadied himself, and knocked down a smooth jumpshot.Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 31 Oct. 2024
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Firefighters with the Los Angeles County Fire Department were sent to the home in the 6000 block of Sultana Avenue at around 4:50 p.m. and were able to knock down the fire in 30 minutes.Camilla Rambaldi, NBC News, 28 Oct. 2024
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There, along the North Platte River in what is now Wyoming, the animal was felled by the arrow of a warrior named High Forehead, who may have been hungry.Tim Madigan, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Oct. 2024
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The story claimed that two loggers felled a hollow tree and were shocked to find a body inside.Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 7 Oct. 2024
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Criswell was pressed specifically on FEMA's response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which hit the Southeast back-to-back, NPR's Debbie Elliott says.Brittney Melton, NPR, 20 Nov. 2024
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The semi also hit one semi-truck, which was parked along the shoulder of the highway.David Chiu, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Their work has revealed flooring from 1760, as well as 18th-century tool marks and bark on some of the original planks.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Oct. 2024
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Commenters on both TikToks were floored by Hershkovich’s classmates.Angel Saunders, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
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The 27-year-old made his professional boxing debut in 2020, knocking out fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib in the first round.Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Advertisement Starting pitching Jack Flaherty was knocked out of the game early.Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Knock over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knock%20over. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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