Knock it off!
interjection
Used to tell someone to stop doing something that is annoying or unacceptable.
Hey, knock it off! I'm trying to study here.
Often appears as...
- can you knock it off?
- seriously
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial, Idiomatic
interjection
Used to tell someone to stop doing something that is annoying or unacceptable.
Hey, knock it off! I'm trying to study here.
Often appears as...
- can you knock it off?
- seriously
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial, Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Setting
Use 'knock it off' in casual situations among friends or family.
Guys, knock it off! We'll miss the movie.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Authority
Avoid using 'knock it off' with superiors or formal contacts; it's too casual.
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Pro Tip 3/3Frustration Expression
It conveys irritation or annoyance. Say it when you're losing patience.
If you don't knock it off, I'm leaving.
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Setting
Use 'knock it off' in casual situations among friends or family.
Guys, knock it off! We'll miss the movie.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Authority
Avoid using 'knock it off' with superiors or formal contacts; it's too casual.
N/A
Pro Tip 3/3Frustration Expression
It conveys irritation or annoyance. Say it when you're losing patience.
If you don't knock it off, I'm leaving.
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Setting
Use 'knock it off' in casual situations among friends or family.
Guys, knock it off! We'll miss the movie.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Authority
Avoid using 'knock it off' with superiors or formal contacts; it's too casual.
N/A
Pro Tip 3/3Frustration Expression
It conveys irritation or annoyance. Say it when you're losing patience.
If you don't knock it off, I'm leaving.
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