Meaning of 'Knock 'em dead'
What does the saying 'Knock 'em dead' mean?
Idiom: Knock 'em dead
Meaning:
'Knock 'em dead' is used as a way of wishing someone luck before they give a performance or have to appear before people, as in an interview, etc.
('em = them)
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Death |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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