knocks

[US]/nɒks/
[UK]/nɑks/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.short, sharp sounds made by hitting something; explosive sounds; sound of knocking on a door or window
v.to hit or strike something; to thump or pound (as a heart); to collide and cause to be in a certain state; to criticize

Phrases & Collocations

knocks on door

knocks at window

knocks down walls

knocks it off

knocks out teeth

knocks on table

knocks over vase

knocks back drink

knocks around town

knocks sense into

Example Sentences

she knocks on the door before entering.

the teacher knocks on the desk to get attention.

he knocks out his opponent in the final round.

the wind knocks the branches against the window.

she knocks on wood for good luck.

he knocks the ball out of the park.

the sound of knocks echoed through the hall.

she knocks on the table to emphasize her point.

he knocks at the window to get her attention.

the carpenter knocks in the nails carefully.

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