kicked in
Example Sentences
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Even though the Fifth Amendment ultimately kicked in and did its job, the government ruined lives in the process.
From Slate • May 22, 2026
Inflation cooled more than expected as government measures to reduce household energy bills kicked in, but is anticipated to pick up again due to rising oil and gas prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
But instinct kicked in swiftly, and many of the journalists in the crowd of 2,600 people were using their phones to capture video.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
Although luxury spending as a percentage of overall U.S. discretionary outlays is currently relatively low, it’s a sign that households retained some purchasing power—even as higher gas prices kicked in.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
But when he opened the kitchen door and stepped into the empty house, the self-pity kicked in again.
From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements
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