The A to Z English Podcast
A to Z Idioms 26 | Knock it off!
Sep 7, 2023
Xochitl and Jack discuss the idiom 'Knock it off!' and explain its meaning and usage. They provide examples, discuss its appropriateness, and its usage in different contexts.
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- 'Knock it off' is an idiom used to tell someone to stop doing something annoying after politely asking several times, indicating a more serious and playful tone.
- 'Knock it off' is generally not appropriate to use with older individuals or superiors as it may come across as disrespectful or treating them like children.
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Meaning of 'knock it off'
The podcast discusses the meaning of the idiom 'knock it off,' which is used to tell someone to stop doing something annoying. It is typically used after politely asking several times. The idiom indicates a more serious tone and can be used playfully even among friends. However, it is generally not appropriate to use this idiom with older individuals or superiors, as it may come across as disrespectful or treating them like children.
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