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Recent Examples of KO
Brian Mazique, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
For an even more legendary gift, add on a pair of KO Studio’s boxing gloves ($69), which are equally cute and designed specifically to fit and cushion women’s hands.
—Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
Taleb performed excellently and earned his PFL MENA championship with a first-round KO.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Most of the wagers at BetMGM Sportsbook were on proposition bets, with the most popular being on Tyson to prevail either by knockout, decision or a first-round KO.
—Mark Anderson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Nov. 2024
Taylor, the 2012 Olympic gold medalist, is 23-1 with six wins by KO.
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Amanda Serrano heading to ring
Greg Rosenstein
Serrano, who dropped the last fight with Taylor by split decision, is one of the best female fighters ever.
—Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 16 Nov. 2024
Cruz has not fought since losing to Marlon Vera via KO in August 2022.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Look at Ruffy’s KO wins as a professional mixed martial artist in this video.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Though observers might believe Beterbiev’s best chance is to win by KO and Bivol’s best chance is to outbox his opponent, Beterbiev is also a skillful boxer and Bivol has solid power.
—Josh Katzowitz, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
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The larger frame suggests Fury plans to fight for a KO in the rematch.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
For an even more legendary gift, add on a pair of KO Studio’s boxing gloves ($69), which are equally cute and designed specifically to fit and cushion women’s hands.
—Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
Taleb performed excellently and earned his PFL MENA championship with a first-round KO.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Most of the wagers at BetMGM Sportsbook were on proposition bets, with the most popular being on Tyson to prevail either by knockout, decision or a first-round KO.
—Mark Anderson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Nov. 2024
Taylor, the 2012 Olympic gold medalist, is 23-1 with six wins by KO.
6d ago / 7:43 PM PST
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Amanda Serrano heading to ring
Greg Rosenstein
Serrano, who dropped the last fight with Taylor by split decision, is one of the best female fighters ever.
—Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 16 Nov. 2024
Cruz has not fought since losing to Marlon Vera via KO in August 2022.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Look at Ruffy’s KO wins as a professional mixed martial artist in this video.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Though observers might believe Beterbiev’s best chance is to win by KO and Bivol’s best chance is to outbox his opponent, Beterbiev is also a skillful boxer and Bivol has solid power.
—Josh Katzowitz, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for KO
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Then, with time ticking down, referee Mark Nelson signaled an official knockdown.Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Puni also had a knockdown block deep down the field against safety George Odum on an outside run by Christian McCaffrey to open the 11-on-11 period.Matt Barrows, The Athletic, 31 July 2024
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To their credit, the Buckeyes provided a swift answer to questions about their focus and readiness, following their hot start with a knockout punch in the second half after Tennessee cut the lead to 11 at halftime.Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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That was learned from those close to the situation over a month ago with the UAE almost certain to host the India-Pakistan blockbuster - cricket's most lucrative contest - and the knockout stages, including the final.Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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The storms have knocked out power to more than 45,000 customers in Texas and 21,000 in Louisiana.David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
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Browns cornerback Denzel Ward was knocked out of the game by a shoulder injury, and Browns linebacker Jordan Hicks did not play in the second half due to a concussion.Zac Jackson, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
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Usyk’s movement was good in the May meeting, but he still got tagged by several big uppercuts from Fury.Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Super Salt Papi seasoned King Kenny with a nasty uppercut on a counter shot that sent his rival spiraling into the corner.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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Neil is a southern elephant seal in Tasmania who enjoys knocking over traffic cones, destroying fences, and blocking traffic.Julie Klausner, Vulture, 27 Dec. 2024
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And that's not to mention that aggressive recliners have been known to knock over drinks and damage laptops behind them.Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
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But in the film world, Adler might be best remembered for her unexpectedly daring roundhouse kick to film criticism’s sacred cow, Pauline Kael.Nicholas Bell, SPIN, 17 Dec. 2024
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Archaeologists have learned that two roundhouses were built at the site, one after the other.Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 July 2024
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Similar patterns follow after European contact: When settlers felled northern Wisconsin’s white pine forests, tribes like the Menominee turned to trees such as hemlock and butternut.Jacqueline Kehoe, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Dec. 2024
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Tent poles, for instance, are made from trees that have been naturally felled by elephants, and the whole camp runs on solar power.Nicholas DeRenzo, AFAR Media, 18 Dec. 2024
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Aidan O'Connell is back to full health from a knee injury and will be starting under center against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce confirmed via Adam Schefter.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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The ninth-year pro has been sidelined all season while working his way back from a knee injury suffered during last season’s NFC wild-card loss at Detroit.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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“KO.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/KO. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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