as in kicks
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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as in fumbles
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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Recent Examples of boots
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Sep. 2025
From menswear motifs like herringbone and plaid to double-breasted shapes inspired by uniform dressing, our favorite jackets include all the essentials—plus some with a little more of a fashion-forward edge—to style with your go-to T-shirts and fall boots.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
Be sure to sign up for a free account using your email address to unlock sales, and snag the Ugg boots in staple hues like popular chestnut and timeless black for under $100.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Timeless staples from Grande’s past looks are also poised to make a resurgence, like oversized hoodies and tees, knee-high go-go boots and corset tops.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
Complete the look with a pair of leather riding boots, kitten heels, or slingback flats—just add a coat or blazer when temperatures drop.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2025
Another big change has been the introduction of carbon fiber plates or composite plates, such as Carbitex, that started in running and have moved into other categories like golf, basketball, and even work boots.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
It’s designed for simple, efficient tasks, and includes the ChromeOS, which boots in seconds, a MediaTek MT8183 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 32GB of eMMC flash storage.
—PC Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
Frequent flyers will go to great lengths to avoid checking their luggage, going so far as wearing their bulky hiking boots on the plane or vacuum-sealing their clothes before packing them into their carry-on.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
Noun
Husband Jeff, meanwhile, stuck to his own formula of chinos, polos, and brown desert boots.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Sep. 2025
From menswear motifs like herringbone and plaid to double-breasted shapes inspired by uniform dressing, our favorite jackets include all the essentials—plus some with a little more of a fashion-forward edge—to style with your go-to T-shirts and fall boots.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
Be sure to sign up for a free account using your email address to unlock sales, and snag the Ugg boots in staple hues like popular chestnut and timeless black for under $100.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Timeless staples from Grande’s past looks are also poised to make a resurgence, like oversized hoodies and tees, knee-high go-go boots and corset tops.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
Complete the look with a pair of leather riding boots, kitten heels, or slingback flats—just add a coat or blazer when temperatures drop.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2025
Another big change has been the introduction of carbon fiber plates or composite plates, such as Carbitex, that started in running and have moved into other categories like golf, basketball, and even work boots.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
It’s designed for simple, efficient tasks, and includes the ChromeOS, which boots in seconds, a MediaTek MT8183 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 32GB of eMMC flash storage.
—PC Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
Frequent flyers will go to great lengths to avoid checking their luggage, going so far as wearing their bulky hiking boots on the plane or vacuum-sealing their clothes before packing them into their carry-on.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boots
Noun
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And that advice proved useful in the coming years, especially after a growth spurt gave the teenager the physical attributes to deal with the kicks and elbows that came from playing against men often twice his age.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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These kicks offer lightweight foam cushioning in the midsole and a comfort insert that makes long days on your feet much easier.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Lake Mary’s O’Shea Faison fumbles after picking up the first down yardage.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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And when the program wraps-up, the fun and thrills can continue.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
9 Sep. 2025
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The thrills are there, but muted.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The weather services said 60 mile-per-hour wind gusts are expected as a thunderstorm capable of damaging roofs, siding and trees blows through southeastern Davidson County, northwestern Rutherford County and northeastern Williamson County.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
16 Sep. 2025
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The technology blows my mind, considering SpaceX's direct-to-cell Starlink satellites are over 200 miles away, orbiting the giant mass of Earth, but still able to capture a tiny radio signal from my phone, through clouds.—
Senior Reporter,
PC Magazine,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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When that happens, 67% of teens say their malfunctioning laptop ruins their entire day.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
11 Sep. 2025
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One mistake often ruins an entire load, sending recyclables straight to landfills.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Boots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boots. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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