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noun

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as in setback
a change in status for the worse usually temporarily the geneticist's reputation took a knock when several of his peers were unable to confirm his research findings

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Recent Examples of knock
Verb
The party takes a wrong turn when some uninvited folks come knocking at the door. Randy Myers, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2025 And of course, let your nails properly cure under the UV light—try not to move around too much or knock things over. Martine Thompson, Essence, 8 Apr. 2025
Noun
That’s all that matters C Ciaran M. · 5h 31m ago A special word for Macca, who’s run himself into the ground this season and seemingly takes 90% of the team’s knocks, always getting back up. Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025 It has been tested for general knocks and vibrations, cycling thousands of shocks over several days in the lab and in the real world, the company said. Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for knock
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knock
Verb
  • Williams and Jimenez went nose-to-nose when Mobile players rushed toward the Spring Hill player and bumped him.
    Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Alas, the Bolts were bumped in the first round by the Columbus Blue Jackets.
    Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The match began with Uso and Gunther going back and forth with each Superstar hitting their signature moves.
    Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.
    STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Last month, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Trump's tariffs were partly to blame for price increases that had taken place in February.
    Max Zahn, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2025
  • They are blamed for a mysterious illness that’s starting to spread – said to be passed through a single gaze, when one man falls in love with another.
    Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The endorsement was a boon to Mr. Cuomo, 67, and a blow to his rivals.
    Nicholas Fandos, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
  • More price hikes provide a psychological blow that shakes consumer confidence.
    Rohit Arora, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Marking the start of the solar calendar, it’s known for its anything-goes water festivities: Participants armed with water guns, buckets, and hoses splash each other in a symbolic cleansing of sins and washing away of misfortunes that allow a fresh start in the new year.
    Lisa Wong Macabasco, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
  • But someone’s misfortune is always another bettor’s blessing.
    Vik Chokshi, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The announcement adds to a string of setbacks in the company’s bid to win a slice of the booming market for GLP-1s, which mimic certain gut hormones to tamp down appetite and regulate blood sugar.
    Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2025
  • McIlroy responded to all of his setbacks admirably.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Once the van doors are shut, Miller, Nero, Porter, and multiple civilian witnesses hear Gray yell and bang against the van, shaking it.
    Steve Earley, Baltimore Sun, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The room began swaying and pictures banged against the walls.
    Muktita Suhartono, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The two rivals slapped each other, and Charlotte missed a spear in the corner.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
  • The Republican president slapped 10% tariffs on most goods entering the country but delayed the implementation of higher levies, pending negotiations.
    Trevor Hunnicutt, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025

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“Knock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knock. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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