KICK-STARTED Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

kick-started

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past tense of kick-start

as in jump-started

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Later in the third quarter, Isaiah Marshall jump-started a KU drive with a 42-yard completion to Nahzae Cox, only for the possession to stall at the Arizona State 26.

— Taylor Eldridge, Kansas City Star, 19 Sep. 2026
His last win was for Green Book in 2018, which jump-started that movie’s run to the Best Picture Oscar win.

— Joe Reid, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of jump-started

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Among the moments resurrected for the movie was a monologue in which Hansen explained his pitch for the show to a fan on an airplane.

— Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 12 Oct. 2026
The Griffith Park merry-go-round is being resurrected by a group of passionate supporters and volunteers, some of whom are veterans of the theme park industry.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of resurrected

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The fighting has revived Yemen’s civil war after four years of relative calm.

— Samy Magdy, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
Returning from a brief social media hiatus, Adéla revived the conversation with an Instagram post defending Chinouriri and encouraging fans to be more respectful of other artists.

— Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of revived

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The Chiefs have revitalized their downfield passing game this season.

— Sam McDowell October 7, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026
Smith had revitalized his career in Seattle, winning the 2022 NFL Comeback Player of the Year award and earning two Pro Bowl selections with the Seahawks.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of revitalized

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Shift rejuvenated the Silver Shadow by swapping out its original engine and drivetrain for the motor, electrical systems, and 75 kWh battery pack from a 2016 Tesla Model S.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2026
George Kittle offered up a new nickname for him and fullback Kyle Juszczyk tied to the 49ers’ rejuvenated rushing attack.

— Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of rejuvenated

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But in recent years, the museum has resuscitated the church’s traditions, starting with Friday’s celebration of the building’s 250th anniversary.

— Nancy Jiang, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026
But in recent years, the museum has resuscitated the church's traditions, starting with Friday's celebration of the building's 250th anniversary.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of resuscitated

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