Knock (some) sense into (one) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "knock (some) sense into (one)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Christina Quynh calendar 2021-05-25 10:05

Meaning of Knock (some) sense into (one)

Synonyms:

talk (some) sense into someone

Knock (some) sense into (one) American British phrase informal

American British phrase

try to persuade someone to stop behaving foolishly, sometimes using rough or violent methods.

She tried to knock some sense into her son so that he could study harder for the examination.

I knocked some sense into Bailey about her divorce and hope that she will change her mind.

Has anyone knocked some sense into Thomas yet? He’s going to donate all his assets to participate in a religious organization.

Other phrases about:

fast talker

Used to describe someone who is good at persuading people to do or believe something

a plum in (one's) mouth

Primally used in the UK to indicate the typical manner of communication from the high social class

ride (one's) hobby-horse

To frequently or constantly talk or complain about one's favourite topic or issue

talk (one's) pants off

Used to imply that one talks for such a long time that someone becomes tired or bored

pressure (one) into (doing something)

To compel someone to do something

Grammar and Usage of Knock (some) sense into (one)

Verb Forms

  • knocked (some) sense into (one)
  • knocks (some) sense into (one)

The verb "knock" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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it makes no odds
It does not matter; it is not important.
Example: I don't really care about what others say. It makes no odds to me.
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