1
as in complained
to express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely
he's been kicking all week about not getting the promotion
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2
as in objected
to present an opposing opinion or argument
fiscal conservatives have already started to kick about the proposed program, claiming it will increase the state's deficit substantially
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Recent Examples of kicked
According to the affidavit, Early hit Godfrey in the face with his knee and Godfrey fell unconscious, then Early kicked and stomped on him.
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Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 19 Mar. 2025
After the batteries broke from the sock, Creech kicked Jensen in the throat and head.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 6 Mar. 2025
The sweet post comes amid swirling speculation about the couple’s relationship, which kicked into high gear after Michelle’s notable absences from some recent high-profile events.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 18 Jan. 2025
Heer said that in footage of the attack, Betts-Ramsey stabbed the victim, while other perpetrators kicked, punched, and dragged her across the ground.
—Abby Monteil, Them, 17 Jan. 2025
Minnesota kicked a field goal on the ensuing drive to take a 17-7 lead.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Equally by that time, the women’s game generally will surely have kicked on again.
—Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Police say that while the young child was locked in the dog cage, constrained by zip ties, the woman kicked her and duct taped her mouth shut, according to court documents viewed by PEOPLE.
—Luke Chinman, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The pint-sized pop purveyor’s rise to superstardom kicked into gear with the release of her first 2024 single.
—Meghan Mahar, Billboard, 23 Dec. 2024
Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 19 Mar. 2025
After the batteries broke from the sock, Creech kicked Jensen in the throat and head.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 6 Mar. 2025
The sweet post comes amid swirling speculation about the couple’s relationship, which kicked into high gear after Michelle’s notable absences from some recent high-profile events.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 18 Jan. 2025
Heer said that in footage of the attack, Betts-Ramsey stabbed the victim, while other perpetrators kicked, punched, and dragged her across the ground.
—Abby Monteil, Them, 17 Jan. 2025
Minnesota kicked a field goal on the ensuing drive to take a 17-7 lead.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Equally by that time, the women’s game generally will surely have kicked on again.
—Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Police say that while the young child was locked in the dog cage, constrained by zip ties, the woman kicked her and duct taped her mouth shut, according to court documents viewed by PEOPLE.
—Luke Chinman, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The pint-sized pop purveyor’s rise to superstardom kicked into gear with the release of her first 2024 single.
—Meghan Mahar, Billboard, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicked
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The year before, the prison had been the site of two back-to-back riots in which inmates had burned mattresses to protest inadequate medical care and the persistent use of solitary confinement to punish prisoners who complained.—
Jesse Hyde,
Rolling Stone,
4 Jan. 2025
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On March 4, 2021, Williams complained to Rollins that everyone was still ignoring his advice.—
Joshua Kaplan,
ProPublica,
4 Jan. 2025
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The defense objected, arguing that Michael would not be able to confront the statement without waiving spousal privilege.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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Some nations objected to confiscation, citing risks to Europe’s financial sector and the value of these funds in future peace negotiations.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Thousands of homeowners have protested the squeeze on rooftop solar during public meetings over the decade.—
Austin Corona,
The Arizona Republic,
3 Jan. 2025
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Both men protested their innocence.—
Rachel Brodsky,
TIME,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Kicked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kicked. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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