knocking

American  

[nahk-ing] / ˈnɑk ɪŋ /

noun

1. the sound or action of a knock, especially when sustained or repeated.

---

Example Sentences

From now until 7 May, you'll likely see politicians knocking on doors and attending debates to try and win votes, but you might also notice parties, campaigners and voters fighting it out online too.

From BBC

A knock that seemed wholly unsure why it was knocking.

From Literature

Iranian strikes on Qatar have damaged the Ras Laffan facility, knocking out some 17% of its capacity for up to five years, and delayed the country’s massive expansion plans.

From The Wall Street Journal

In accordance with tradition, the ceremony began with Mullally knocking three times with a staff on the cathedral's west door to request admission.

From Barron's

What McCarthy discovers is that in a society obsessed with male bravado, one that far too often values virility above vulnerability, it’s the knocking down of emotional walls that enables male friendships to thrive.

From Los Angeles Times