English Expression · Intermediate
knock back
To push or strike someone or something backward with force
Pronunciation: say knock back
Meaning
To push or strike someone or something backward with force.
Example
I was knocked back by the sheer size of the hall.
I was knocked back by the sheer size of the hall.
Practice tips
- Practice knock back out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.