kicker

noun

Definition of kickernext
1
as in surprise

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2
as in quibbler

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Recent Examples of kicker That more goals are scored with regular penalties than in shootouts is quite common, probably a result of more specialist penalty takers taking regular penalties, and higher pressure on each kicker in shootouts. — Geir Jordet, New York Times, 15 July 2026 The busts of the other three members of the class — quarterback Drew Brees, wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and kicker Adam Vinatieri — were created by the two other men who sculpt for the hall of fame. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026 Turning to Tennessee, Nebraska long snapper Kevin Gallic, Wisconsin long snapper Nick Levy and Wisconsin kicker Nathanial Vakos are central to a new court filing in Tennessee federal court on Thursday. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 July 2026 His new deal includes a fourth-year player option and a 15% trade kicker. — Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for kicker
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicker
  1. surprise
  2. nitpicker
  3. kick
  4. crock
  5. revelation
  6. objector
  7. disclosure
  8. pessimist
Noun
  • Johnson and Sweat were surprises, but LaFleur said neither situation is serious and both should practice soon.
    — Doug Haller, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • That kind of preparation could eventually help machines like this home robot designed to cook, clean and handle the clutter and surprises found in everyday homes.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of surprise
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  • Alas, nitpickers can point to some moves in which Atlanta went backward.
    — John Hollinger, New York Times, 1 May 2026
  • Maybe that’s why, compared with some other kinds of nitpickers, pop critics can seem especially extraneous.
    — Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Definition of nitpicker
Noun
  • Yamal already has 32 international caps, almost twice as many as Pele — the high watermark for teenage kicks — had at the same age.
    — Jack Lang, New York Times, 18 July 2026
  • The man questioned by police earlier allegedly appeared to throw 10 punches at the man on the ground and three knee strikes or kicks, according to the arrest reports.
    — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026
Definition of kick
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  • This crock has plenty of room to keep every daily utensil conveniently on the counter, and it’s finished with a cork mat on the bottom to stay steady and protect your counters.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
  • Other appliances like toaster ovens, air fryers, and crock pots also pose a safety risk (especially if they’re not cleaned properly after use).
    — Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2026
Definition of crock
Noun
  • The lawsuit and revelations about Cacioppo’s criminal history come amid a yearslong power struggle between Democratic-leaning Kansas City and Republican state officials in Jefferson City.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • The revelation of Shadow’s possible perch-cute spurred an array of emotions from the family’s devotees.
    — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026
Definition of revelation
Noun
  • The process involves a series of hearings in which election judges review signatures one-by-one, and typically requires the objector and the candidate to hire an attorney.
    — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026
  • After a two-year National Service stint as a hospital orderly (thanks to his own conscientious-objector status), Hockney landed at the Royal College of Art, in London, in the fall of 1959.
    — Mark Rozzo, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
Definition of objector
Noun
  • The public disclosure of the cyber attack arrived as industry leaders and policymakers assess safety risks posed by fast-developing AI technology.
    — Max Zahn, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • Members of Congress and other covered officials are already subject to disclosure requirements under the STOCK Act.
    — Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of disclosure
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  • Though the pessimists should be considered carefully, the latest Nobel laureates—awarded their prizes for their on work long-term growth—are optimistic.
    — Bill Conerly, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • But pessimists worry that companies are deferring the cost of massive spending, while front-loading the benefits.
    — Sarah Min, CNBC, 14 July 2026
Definition of pessimist

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