kicker

Example Sentences

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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

As a kicker, the first estimate of fourth quarter GDP was also light of expectations, with growth prospects trimmed by the government shutdown and persistent trade deficits.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

However, no kicker has ever been named Super Bowl MVP.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

At $1.99/month for a 28-month plan, Surfshark delivers exceptional value already, but the real kicker is the service’s unlimited device connections.

From Salon • Feb. 11, 2026

Here's the kicker, though: Morgenstern’s Florinese version came before Baum wrote The Wizard of Oz, so in spite of the fact that he was the originator, he comes out just the other way around.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman