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Meaning of knock dead | Babel Free

Verb CEFR B2

Definitions

To amaze or greatly impress (someone) by delivering an outstanding performance.

informal, transitive

Examples

“I'm feeling very confident about my job interview. I'm going to go in and knock⟳ 'em dead.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

knock down knock down a notch knock down a peg knock down to size knock for a loop knock in

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