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for kicks

ADVERB

for fun

Synonyms

WEAK

for mere pleasure for no useful reason for the hell of it

Example Sentences

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On Tuesday, the Mets lost when combustible relief pitcher Devin Williams fell apart again, allowing Minnesota a go-ahead run and walking in a fifth run for kicks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Sometimes I text friends in her voice for kicks.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2023

And if they do shut down the government just for kicks anyway, one of the functions that will just keep going is the Department of Justice.

From Salon • Aug. 30, 2023

A clock for kicks at goal is already in operation in France's Top 14.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2022

I never gaze at accidents unless I can help, or attend street fights for kicks.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck