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knock out

verb
  1. To strike or bump (someone or something) out.

    "I accidentally knocked out the glass in my picture frame."

  2. To render unconscious, as by a blow to the head.

    "The boxer knocked out his opponent in the third round."

  3. To put to sleep.

    "The allergy pill knocked him out for a good three hours."

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