Use when someone turns down an opportunity or offer, often in a professional setting.

Negative Response

Understand the disappointment that comes when something is knocked back, like a job application.

Emotional Impact

Sometimes, 'knock back' can mean a temporary refusal that may be reconsidered later.

Used to describe drinking quickly and often in a relaxed, informal situation.

Emphasizes speed and immediacy in drinking, not savouring the drink.

Often used in social gatherings and can imply peer pressure to drink quickly.

Indicates a larger amount of money spent than usual, often surprising to the spender.

Conveys a sense of financial burden; can suggest a temporary financial difficulty.