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
Bella Gerard, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
The mega-retailer is always stacked with endless deals that can’t be beat, and its current deals on winter boots are super impressive.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, Lily opted for a midnight blue sleeveless gown with a voluminous skirt and accessorized with black platform boots.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Classic accessories like a simple leather belt, loafers, or ankle boots will complete the already effortlessly chic ensemble.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 11 Jan. 2026
And that doesn't mean boots on the ground.
—CBS News, 11 Jan. 2026
However, on Saturday, Spears’ Instagram was reactivated, with the singer posting a photo of a video of herself in lingerie and boots accompanied by a caption that didn’t acknowledge the account’s deactivation but instead offered some life advice.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 8 Nov. 2025
Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 31 Dec. 2025
Noun
But the majority of my suitcase was filled with far more practical—but equally as cool—pieces, like flattering Old Navy leggings, cozy Abercrombie sweaters, chic Bleusalt sets, and Ugg platform boots.
—Bella Gerard, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
The mega-retailer is always stacked with endless deals that can’t be beat, and its current deals on winter boots are super impressive.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, Lily opted for a midnight blue sleeveless gown with a voluminous skirt and accessorized with black platform boots.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Classic accessories like a simple leather belt, loafers, or ankle boots will complete the already effortlessly chic ensemble.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 11 Jan. 2026
And that doesn't mean boots on the ground.
—CBS News, 11 Jan. 2026
However, on Saturday, Spears’ Instagram was reactivated, with the singer posting a photo of a video of herself in lingerie and boots accompanied by a caption that didn’t acknowledge the account’s deactivation but instead offered some life advice.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 8 Nov. 2025
Verb
Dominic Zvada boots a 31-yard field goal to give the Wolverines the lead.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 31 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boots
Noun
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Traditional football is a physical game of tackles, kicks and dogpile-style efforts to stop opponents from advancing the ball down the field.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2026
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As Khloé attempted to pull the women apart, punches and kicks flew, and Kourtney slapped Kim across the face.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Seahawks are a high-turnover team on both sides of the ball, but the 49ers have forced just two takeaways in the season series — both fumbles in the opener.—
Michael Nowels,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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The Honda backs up a few feet as the agent fumbles at the door handle.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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If thrills are more your thing, Santa Clara is home to California’s Great America, where families and adventure seekers can enjoy more than 40 rides and attractions.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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As a fan of the 3rd-row luxury crossover SUV, Infiniti has always had an uphill battle with their sales figures given their pricing has been more expensive than their competitors while their interior and user experience has provided no real thrills.—
Marc D Grasso,
Hartford Courant,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Oscar nominee stars as struggling actor Shah Latif who, at first, blows a shot at the coveted role.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
30 Jan. 2026
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An observer, with a capital O, with hard hands, is somebody that stands on the corner of their community and blows the whistle and makes a noise.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Sparks muffs the punt and South Alabama recovers on Texas State's 39-yard line.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
29 Nov. 2025
Verb
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An alien known only as Experiment 626 (Chris Sanders) flees his home planet and crash-lands in Hawaii, where he is adopted by a grieving young girl named Lilo (Daveigh Chase), who takes him for a dog and dubs him Stitch.—
David Faris,
TheWeek,
27 Jan. 2026
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Deadline, gleaning information from the studio, dubs it a modern Western thriller where a rodeo cowboy’s skills are put to the test outside the arena.—
Rodney Ho,
AJC.com,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Exposure to high humidity and low temperatures can severely alter these items, which not only ruins their aesthetic beauty but also impacts their sound.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
25 Jan. 2026
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However, too much acid ruins the dish.—
Lewis Schiff,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Boots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boots. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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