1
as in screaming
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 objecting
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 kicking
Perfect for active days in the winter cold, spring skiing, kicking your feet up on the couch, and maybe even a night out on the town, this is another versatile Smartwool option.
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Harry Spampinato, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
On the day of, the Groomzilla was still kicking.
—Rachel Hodin, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
Gonzalez was back to kicking for NFL teams the past two years after missing 2022 with the Carolina Panthers due to a preseason groin injury and then 2023 with the San Francisco 49ers because of a quadriceps ailment.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
At the time, Quakertown police said some of the teenagers started throwing snowballs and kicking cars.
—Liz Crawford, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
The team’s kicking situation was a disaster last season, including a regression from Gillan.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 9 Mar. 2026
Katie goes nuclear, kicking Archie out of his house and tossing his beloved first edition of War and Peace into the fireplace.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
Alas, Boise opened the tilt on a 6-0 run, and kept the Rams on the back foot most of the rest of the way, driving or kicking with impunity on the smaller CSU defenders.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 8 Mar. 2026
His third-period goal was waived off due to Landon Slaggert kicking the puck before the shot.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Harry Spampinato, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
On the day of, the Groomzilla was still kicking.
—Rachel Hodin, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
Gonzalez was back to kicking for NFL teams the past two years after missing 2022 with the Carolina Panthers due to a preseason groin injury and then 2023 with the San Francisco 49ers because of a quadriceps ailment.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
At the time, Quakertown police said some of the teenagers started throwing snowballs and kicking cars.
—Liz Crawford, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
The team’s kicking situation was a disaster last season, including a regression from Gillan.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 9 Mar. 2026
Katie goes nuclear, kicking Archie out of his house and tossing his beloved first edition of War and Peace into the fireplace.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
Alas, Boise opened the tilt on a 6-0 run, and kept the Rams on the back foot most of the rest of the way, driving or kicking with impunity on the smaller CSU defenders.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 8 Mar. 2026
His third-period goal was waived off due to Landon Slaggert kicking the puck before the shot.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicking
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Police were called to Access Self Storage at 7000 Southwest 22nd Court on March 1 after an employee reported hearing a man inside a unit screaming and asking for medical attention, according to the report.—
David Goodhue
March 10,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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During cross-examination of Kaley in February, a Meta lawyer played footage of her mother screaming at her that the teen had posted to social media, and displayed Kaley’s lower-case Instagram story rants about her home life.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
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An attorney for his campaign then sent a letter to Hooper objecting to the move and referencing the initial application and proof of acceptance.—
Faith Bugenhagen,
Austin American Statesman,
3 Mar. 2026
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Beyond the mass street demonstrations in Minneapolis, people in communities from New York to California are objecting to longstanding contracts between ICE and local governments for services ranging from the use of training facilities to parking spaces.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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What was once a vibrant part of the downtown has largely been abandoned by shoppers, and businesses are complaining about the lack of parking.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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On the hottest of hot Disney theme park days, a portable fan can be a great way to cool off and minimize complaining from the littlest members of your group.—
Terri Peters,
Parents,
6 Mar. 2026
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For example, the UCLA students protesting Israel’s war in Gaza last year set up their encampment not far from Harris’ office window.—
Jack Dolan,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Those supporting the defendants have called those charges outrageous, saying the defendants were there protesting ICE and that the government has gone overboard to send a message.—
Kelsy Mittauer,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Somewhere in the next hour after the field is announced, there will be contemplation and whining about the specter of the NCAA growing its postseason field, most likely to 76 teams.—
Mac Engel
March 10,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Mar. 2026
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This includes everything from saying thank you and being kind to not whining.—
Barrie Gillies,
Parents,
9 Mar. 2026
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One minute later, Pedro Neto was yellow-carded for moaning.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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While lying on the pavement, he could be heard moaning as an officer shouted at him not to move.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
13 Dec. 2025
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In fact, the director was egging me on, encouraging me to go further with the hunching and muttering.—
Andrew Martin,
Vogue,
9 Mar. 2026
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Old friend Daniel Vladar was spectacular in making 26 saves, several of which had Morgan Geekie (nine total shots, five on net, two blocked, two misses) muttering to himself.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Kicking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kicking. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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