Knock something on the head

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phrasal verb

To stop or end something, especially a plan, idea or problem.

We had to knock the project on the head because of the budget cuts.
Visual representation of "knock something on the head" - To stop or end something, especially a plan, idea or problem

Often appears as...

  • knock a project on the head
  • knock a plan on the head

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Informal

Idiomatic

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Cessation Usage

Used when someone decides to completely halt an action, plan, or idea.

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After many failed attempts, we decided to knock the whole experiment on the head.
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Conversational Tone

Typically found in informal conversation rather than formal writing or speeches.

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The team had to knock the fundraising event on the head due to lack of interest.
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Metaphorical

It does not involve any physical act; it's a metaphorical expression.

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With the new regulations in place, we'll need to knock that strategy on the head.
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