knock back

verb7

1. •
   To push or strike someone or something backward with force.

   • The impact of the collision knocked him back several feet.
2. •
   To drink an alcoholic beverage swiftly or often; to finish a beverage.

   • My friends were already knocking back drinks when I arrived at the bar.
3. •
   (UK, Australia) To reject; to refuse.

   • How many job seekers did you knock back today?
4. •
   To stun; to surprise.

   • I was knocked back by the sheer size of the hall.
5. •
   To press or knead (dough) so as to remove air bubbles.
6. •
   To withstand or endure a difficult situation or setback.

   • Despite facing numerous challenges, she managed to knock them back and keep moving forward.
7. •
   To achieve a significant accomplishment or success.

   • Their latest album really knocked it back and received critical acclaim.