Knock and Rough

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Knock verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.

Usage example: threatened to knock him upside the head if he didn't do as he was told

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Rough and knock are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rough" instead a verb "Knock".

Nearby Words: knocked, knockout, knockdown, knocking, knocker

Rough verb - Prepare in preliminary or sketchy form.

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Knock and rough are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Knock" instead a verb "Rough".

little knock

little rough

someone	knock someone	rough someone
gun	knock gun	rough gun

For example, he tries to interrogate a thug, only to be too rough on him and accidentally knock him unconscious.

Source: Video Game / Batman: Arkham Origins
The Monarch's henchmen try to rough Helper up but knock off his head, making them realize there isn't much they can do to the robot.

Source: Easily Detachable Robot Parts
Only they can cross the rough terrain and knock the rocks out of the way.

Source: Video Game / Pokémon X and Y

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