100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "knock up-against"

Definition

The verb knock up against means to collide with or strike something forcefully, usually by accident. It can refer to physical contact with an object or can be used metaphorically to describe encountering a situation or issue unexpectedly.

Synonyms

• Bump into
• Hit
• Collide with
• Strike
• Ram into
• Crash into
• Jolt against

Antonyms

• Avoid
• Sidestep
• Dodge
• Evade
• Bypass
• Neglect

Examples

1. I accidentally knocked up against the table and spilled my drink.
2. The car knocked up against the curb as the driver tried to park.
3. She knocked up against the wall while trying to navigate through the crowded room.
4. He was so distracted that he knocked up against a streetlamp.
5. The dog knocked up against the door, eager to come inside.
6. While hiking, I knocked up against a rock and twisted my ankle.
7. The children knocked up against the fence while playing tag.
8. I knocked up against an old friend at the grocery store yesterday.
9. The runner knocked up against a fellow competitor during the race.
10. The wind knocked up against the window, rattling the glass.
11. She knocked up against a parked car while riding her bike.
12. During the storm, branches knocked up against the side of the house.
13. When I opened the door, I knocked up against the cat that was waiting outside.
14. The waves knocked up against the shore, creating a soothing sound.
15. He knocked up against a tough decision when choosing a job offer.
16. The suitcase knocked up against the elevator wall as it fell.
17. I knocked up against a barrier while trying to cross the street.
18. She knocked up against the limits of her patience with the long meeting.
19. The toddler knocked up against the sofa while learning to walk.
20. A passerby knocked up against my shoulder as they rushed by.
21. The skateboarder knocked up against the rail when attempting a trick.
22. The player knocked up against the opponent’s defense during the game.
23. He knocked up against a difficult math problem on the exam.
24. The tree branches knocked up against the roof during the windstorm.
25. I knocked up against my old memories while looking through the photo album.
26. The cat knocked up against the door, wanting to be let in.
27. I knocked up against a wall while looking for the exit in the dark.
28. She knocked up against her own fears before giving the presentation.
29. The car knocked up against a pothole, causing a loud noise.
30. As I walked, I knocked up against a group of tourists taking pictures.
31. The child knocked up against the playground equipment while climbing.
32. He knocked up against his own limits during the intense workout.
33. The noise from the construction site knocked up against my concentration.
34. I knocked up against a signpost and nearly lost my balance.
35. The baseball knocked up against the fence after a powerful hit.
36. The wind knocked up against my face as I rode my bike.
37. She knocked up against the truth about her friend’s situation.
38. The delivery truck knocked up against the mailbox while backing up.
39. I knocked up against a deadline I didn’t see coming.
40. The waves knocked up against the boat, rocking it gently.
41. The student knocked up against the instructor's high expectations.
42. I knocked up against the furniture while rearranging the room.
43. The dog knocked up against my legs, wanting attention.
44. I knocked up against a wall of resistance during the negotiations.
45. The toddler knocked up against the coffee table and started to cry.
46. The wind knocked up against the shutters, making them rattle.
47. He knocked up against his rival at the competition.
48. I knocked up against the challenges of remote work.
49. The athlete knocked up against the limits of his endurance.
50. The phone knocked up against the table and fell over.
51. I knocked up against a revelation that changed my perspective.
52. The cat knocked up against the curtain while chasing a fly.
53. He knocked up against a wall of fog while driving.
54. I knocked up against some unexpected costs while budgeting.
55. The player knocked up against the referee’s decision.
56. The bird knocked up against the window, startling me.
57. I knocked up against a hidden agenda during the meeting.
58. The truck knocked up against the loading dock as it arrived.
59. I knocked up against my limits when climbing the mountain.
60. The kids knocked up against each other while playing in the yard.
61. The sound of thunder knocked up against the calm evening.
62. I knocked up against the truth that was hard to accept.
63. The waves knocked up against the rocks with a loud crash.
64. She knocked up against her colleagues' expectations during the project.
65. The car knocked up against the barrier during the race.
66. I knocked up against the rules and regulations while applying.
67. The bicycle knocked up against the fence as I parked it.
68. He knocked up against an obstacle in his career path.
69. The dog knocked up against the gate, barking excitedly.
70. The alarm knocked up against the silence of the morning.
71. I knocked up against my fears when trying something new.
72. The climber knocked up against a rock face while ascending.
73. She knocked up against her own limits during the marathon.
74. The team knocked up against a tough opponent in the playoffs.
75. I knocked up against a financial setback that was unexpected.
76. The kids knocked up against the playground equipment, giggling.
77. He knocked up against the cold weather while waiting outside.
78. The waves knocked up against the pier, creating splashes.
79. I knocked up against a challenging question in the quiz.
80. The cat knocked up against the furniture while playing.
81. I knocked up against a new perspective after the discussion.
82. The drum knocked up against the rhythm of the song.
83. He knocked up against an ethical dilemma in his job.
84. The skateboarder knocked up against a wall while practicing.
85. I knocked up against a sudden change in plans.
86. The cyclist knocked up against a tree branch on the trail.
87. The wind knocked up against the fence, causing it to creak.
88. I knocked up against my own assumptions during the research.
89. The ball knocked up against the goalpost, missing the target.
90. I knocked up against a time constraint I hadn’t anticipated.
91. The children knocked up against each other while running.
92. He knocked up against a wall of support from his friends.
93. The sound knocked up against the quiet of the night.
94. I knocked up against a challenge that tested my skills.
95. The wind knocked up against my jacket, making me shiver.
96. The cat knocked up against the door, wanting to go outside.
97. I knocked up against an old rival at the reunion.
98. The waves knocked up against the beach, leaving seashells behind.
99. I knocked up against my own biases during the debate.
100. The child knocked up against the wall while running in the house.