Used when someone decides to completely halt an action, plan, or idea. After many failed attempts, we decided to knock the whole experiment on the head.
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Conversational Tone
Typically found in informal conversation rather than formal writing or speeches. The team had to knock the fundraising event on the head due to lack of interest.
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Metaphorical
It does not involve any physical act; it's a metaphorical expression. With the new regulations in place, we'll need to knock that strategy on the head.