a kick in the teeth
Definition of a kick in the teeth
informal
: something that is very shocking and disappointing Losing that game was a real kick in the teeth.
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kickplay
: to strike out with the foot or feet
: to make a kick in football
: to show opposition : resist, rebel
: a blow or sudden forceful thrust with the foot
: a sudden propelling of a ball with the foot
: the power to kick
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