knock dead
Blow them away
To knock dead is to greatly impress or overwhelm someone with admiration: She knocked them dead with her audition.
The phrase suggests an impact so powerful it figuratively kills—leaving the audience stunned.
Knock 'em dead is a common expression of encouragement before a performance or presentation.
Cry of amazement
- dazzleImpress through radiance
- stunDaze by force
- captivateHold attention irresistibly
- mesmerizeCapture attention completely
amaze · astound · awe · enchant · spellbind · bedazzle · floor · slay
Spectacular crowd-pleasing performance
- standing ovationApplause while risen
- encoreAudience-demanded extra performance
- applauseCollective hand-clapping approval
- spotlightConcentrated illumination source
debut · finale · curtain call · stage presence · charisma · delivery · timing · rehearsal
wow
Cry of amazement
mesmerize · amaze · astound · awe · enchant · spellbind · bedazzle · floor · slay · showstopper
showstopper
Spectacular crowd-pleasing performance
- standing ovationApplause while risen
- encoreAudience-demanded extra performance
- applauseCollective hand-clapping approval
spotlight · debut · finale · curtain call · stage presence · charisma · delivery · timing · rehearsal · audition
amuse
Cause light enjoyment
humor · banter · funny · hilarious · comedy · entertainer · crowd-pleaser · engaging · lively · showmanship
triumph
Resounding, celebrated victory
smash it · excel · outshine · dominate · score · win over · conquer · clinch · master · outperform