Sentence examples for a few knocks from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a few knocks" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to a small number of hits or strikes, often in a physical context or metaphorically to describe challenges or difficulties.
Example: "After a few knocks on the door, she finally decided to let him in."
Alternatives: "a couple of taps" or "some light raps".

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It involved taking a few knocks from fellow reformists.

Then he could tell you where to give it a few knocks.

Lambert says that, with Benteke having been "carrying a few knocks", the frontman's confidence has been affected.

Of no little significance to Roeder was that apart from a few knocks there are no new injuries.

In general, though, Seamus has taken a few knocks for this new book, including some nasty ad hominem stuff in the New York Times.

Do you think you could help us get a listing in the front of The New Yorker?" I've endured a few knocks but missed worse.

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We hoped to hear a few knock backs right away.

6 Ben Foden: Struggled with the high ball on occasion and the conditions forced a few knock ons.

I've seen quite a few knocking about and I know it's important to leave them alone".

Many of the players might feel their preparation for the game has been done and a few knock-ups or a bowl-through will be enough; others will want a full-blown nets session to prepare them fully.

Boom or Bust for Watson and Bell There are question marks against any number of Australian batsmen - and there are a few knocking about in relation to England's top and middle order too.

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