kick

Example Sentences

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The company knew it needed a globally known artist to kick things off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

It has also made use of "fiscal drag" by freezing the thresholds at which higher tax rates kick in - meaning that as pay goes up, more earnings are taxed at higher rates.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

“It seems like the board is basically saying, yes, we’re going to give deference to the administration whenever they want to kick somebody out,” López said.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

The wind doesn’t look too bad right now, but it will inevitably kick up.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Smooth, with a sharp kick at the end.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn