kicker

[kik-er] / ˈkɪk ər /

NOUN

wrinkle

Synonyms

STRONG

artifice catch concern counterfeit deceit device dodge fake feint fixture fun gadget gambit game gimmick gizmo imposture instrument jest maneuver means method ploy ruse secret shift sport stratagem stunt trick twist widget wile

Antonyms

STRONG

frankness honesty openness reality seriousness truth truthfulness work

Example Sentences

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Then, a self-congratulatory kicker: “No noise. No agenda. Asking the right questions for all Americans, on NewsNation.”

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

Smith's running ability is clear, but he is an underrated kicker out of hand, finding his wings with well-weighted bombs, and a brave tackler.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

Here’s the kicker: The FDA in October awarded Disc’s drug a Commissioner’s National Priority voucher, a program established by Dr. Makary with the goal of fast-tracking breakthrough treatments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

The Trojans had a good kicker … but that’s about all the nice things you can say about the special teams.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

The kicker threw his arms up into the air.

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor

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