Knock out

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verb

To make someone unconscious or fall asleep.

The blow to his head knocked him out.
Visual representation of "knock out" - to make someone unconscious or fall asleep

Often appears as...

  • knock someone out
  • knockout punch
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Physical Unconsciousness

Used when a strong impact causes someone to lose consciousness, often related to sports or accidents.

Illustration for Physical Unconsciousness
He received a blow to the head that knocked him out.
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Sleep Induction

Sometimes describes inducing deep sleep, without implying any violence.

Illustration for Sleep Induction
The medication quickly knocked me out.
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