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kicking around

ADVERB

somewhere

Synonyms

STRONGEST

around elsewhere here and there someplace

STRONG

somewheres

WEAK

about any old place around somewhere in one place or another parts unknown scattered someplace or another someplace or other

Antonyms

WEAK

nowhere

NOUN

abuse

Synonyms

STRONG

blame castigation censure curse curses defamation derision hosing insults invective knifing libel obloquy opprobrium put down quinine reproach revilement scolding signifying slander swearing tirade upbraiding vilification vituperation

WEAK

bad-mouthing pushing around

Antonyms

STRONG

approval commendation compliment exaltation flattery praise

WEAK

acclamation adulation aid help plaudit preservation respect

Example Sentences

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The “Princess Bride” star was born in and spent his formative years kicking around London; he moved to L.A. in 1990, on his brother’s recommendation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

He told BBC North West Tonight his idea to do a drama on gambling was "always kicking around".

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

Early into talks of a second season, Eisenberg said producers and writers were kicking around a number of ideas that offered an environment akin to a sequestered jury trial, plus potential for storybook drama.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

The creative team is already kicking around Ed-centered ideas for Season 3.

From New York Times • Apr. 27, 2023

I know he’s kicking around town, though, still looking for broken folks to save.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx

kicking around

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