Knock off
/ˈnɑːk ˈɒf/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To stop doing something, particularly work, for a break or to finish for the day.
- I usually knock off work at 5 PM.
- The manager told us we could knock off early and enjoy the sunshine.
2. To reduce the price or amount of something.
- They knocked off 10% from the original price.
- If you buy in bulk, they might knock off a few dollars.
3. To produce something quickly and with minimal effort, often of low quality.
- She can knock off a dozen cupcakes in an hour.
- The artist knocked off several sketches in the afternoon.
4. To steal or rob, especially with force or without the owner knowing.
- The gang was planning to knock off a jewelry store.
- They knocked off a bank and got away with thousands.
5. To imitate or copy, especially something of a popular or high value.
- The designer handbags are often knocked off by counterfeiters.
- Many products on the market are just cheap knock-offs.
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