Phrasal Verb - knocking out

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Definition

1. To render someone or something unconscious or incapable of continuing, usually by a sudden and forceful action.
2. To defeat or eliminate someone or something, especially in a competition or argument.
3. To make an error or mistake that significantly affects the outcome of a situation

Examples

No.	Example
1	He knocked out his opponent with a powerful punch in the boxing match.
2	The new salesman knocked out three major deals on his first day.
3	The storm knocked out the power in the entire town.
4	I accidentally knocked out the key piece in the puzzle.
5	The team's star player was knocked out of the game with an injury.
6	She knocked out her competition with her exceptional performance.
7	The bad news knocked the wind out of me.
8	The unexpected question knocked me off guard.
9	The sudden turn of events knocked out my plans.
10	The company's financial troubles knocked out its investors