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boot

[boot] / but /
NOUN
heavy, often tall, shoe
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A lot of people have been putting the boot into Manchester City after their performance in the Community Shield.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

The younger Bush was different, leaning into his sun-baked upbringing while keeping one boot firmly back East.

From Salon Aug. 16, 2026

Deckers Outdoor, in May, also said its Ugg Zora line — which has the fluffy interior an Ugg boot in roughly the shape of a ballet shoe — had also appealed to customers.

From MarketWatch Aug. 15, 2026

In an age when only a very small percentage of young people go into military service, Tony experiences something like boot camp, complete with a stern but wise mentor.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

He sat up on the couch where he’d slept and moved his leg with two hands, landing his boot on a pillow on the floor.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen




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