What is the Meaning of KNOCK-ON EFFECT? (4 Illustrated Examples)

Опубликовано: 09 Июнь 2026
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0:00 The Meaning of KNOCK-ON EFFECT
0:20 Origin & Meaning
1:17 Illustrated Sentence Examples 1-4
2:44 Summary

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The phrase "knock-on effect" appeared in English during the 1970s, although it had been used by the scientific community before that. This video explains the background and origin of the phrase KNOCK-ON EFFECT. It also gives a clear explanation of the definition and meaning of KNOCK-ON EFFECT and its relation to a similar phrase, DOMINO EFFECT.

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