Knock back a drink Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
To drink an alcoholic beverage quickly, usually all at once, not slowly.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
This is an informal, sometimes slightly humorous, expression for drinking alcohol quickly. Often used for shots or small glasses. Not appropriate in formal contexts. Can also suggest a sense of drinking to ease nerves or start a night out. Common alternatives: 'down a drink', 'chug a drink' (for beer/soft drinks).
جمل نموذجية
He can knock back a drink faster than anyone I know.
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They both knocked back a drink before leaving the party.
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When nervous, she likes to knock back a drink to relax.
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Let’s knock back a drink and celebrate!
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He walked into the bar, ordered a shot, and knocked it back without hesitation.
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Sometimes you just need to knock back a drink after a long day.
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