noun a physical act of causing something to fall or be pushed over
verb to cause something to fall or be pushed over by striking it
In construction, 'knock over' can refer to accidentally knocking down a structure or part of a building.
In sports such as bowling or baseball, 'knock over' refers to knocking down pins or hitting a ball out of play.
In crime scenes, 'knock over' can refer to a robbery or burglary where items are forcefully knocked down or taken.
In accidents or collisions, 'knock over' describes the act of causing something to fall over due to impact.
In a domestic setting, 'knock over' can describe accidentally tipping over objects or furniture.
In the world of literature, 'knock over' can be used to describe a character knocking over a vase in a dramatic scene.
A psychologist may use the term 'knock over' to describe a patient's emotional state being disrupted or destabilized during therapy.
A retail worker may use 'knock over' to refer to accidentally pushing over a display or shelf of products.
In construction, 'knock over' could be used to describe the act of knocking over a wall or structure.
A police officer might use 'knock over' to describe a suspect knocking over objects while trying to escape.
A chef may use 'knock over' to describe accidentally spilling ingredients or knocking over dishes in a busy kitchen.
A firefighter could use 'knock over' to describe the act of knocking over obstacles while trying to reach a fire or rescue someone.
A teacher might use 'knock over' to describe a student accidentally knocking over a desk or chair in the classroom.