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verb

Definition of bootnext
as in to fumble
to make or do (something) in a clumsy or unskillful way he booted the answer of what should have been an easy question

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boot

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noun

as in kick
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings the fans got a real boot out the team's lopsided victory over its longtime rivals

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Recent Examples of boot
Verb
That led to the Dolphins’ lone points at halftime, as kicker Riley Patterson booted in a 53-yard kick. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 22 Aug. 2026 Collins tried earlier this summer to get Fishback booted from the ballot, alleging Fishback had not met the state's seven-year minimum residency requirement. — Caroline Linton, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
Noun
Russia, for the time being, still has boots on the ground in Syria, and al-Sharaa visited Vladimir Putin in October 2025. — Jason M. Blazakis, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026 Union endorsements carry weight because unions give money to campaigns and provide boots-on-the-ground support to get out the vote — especially in a down-ballot race. — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for boot
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boot
  1. fumble
  2. kick
  3. blow
  4. thrill
  5. dub
  6. ruin
Verb
  • The Packers’ offense left the field, but came back after it was ruled that Watson was down before fumbling.
    — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
  • In the bathroom, my fingers fumbled in the inner pocket of my jacket, searching for the passport.
    — Ledio Cakaj, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of fumble
Noun
  • Bruno Guimaraes is carrying a minor knock, and new defender Ezri Konsa was introduced before kick-off.
    — Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Smack also went 3-for-3 on field goals in the Packers’ preseason opener at Pittsburgh, making kicks from 58, 38 and 37 yards.
    — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of kick
Verb
  • Two exes alleged Watts blew past their boundaries to satisfy his own needs.
    — Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 24 Aug. 2026
  • First and foremost is the peak load of 75 W and 12 V DC support, which can charge your phone in about 35 minutes if the wind is blowing at top speeds.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of blow
Noun
  • Getting to actually live this dream for real is a one-of-one life experience, and the thrill of this type of adventure sets my heart on fire!
    — Terry Terrones, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Targeted at younger folks and beginners, all three promise proper dirt-bike thrills without the noise, fuel, or maintenance of an ICE motorcycle.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of thrill
Verb
  • Once a package or tool was compromised, Shai-Hulud, as the worm was dubbed, attached itself to future package updates.
    — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The investigation, dubbed Operation Sundown, centers on 60-year-old Juan Awais, who deputies describe as the alleged ringleader.
    — Chelsea Jones, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of dub
Verb
  • But if clouds ruin your view — or the moon is below the horizon at the time of the eclipse — there's no need to fret!
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The news of the relationship almost ruined the church, which quickly began hemorrhaging members.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of ruin

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“Boot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boot. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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