kicking (about)

present participle of kick (about)

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protesting
Verb
  • Fires are common ⁠at Kenyan schools, with many set by students protesting harsh discipline and poor conditions, researchers have found.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
  • Two banners protesting against his leadership were removed by security during the 2-0 victory against Real Oviedo on May 14.
    Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 29 May 2026
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“Kicking (about).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kicking%20%28about%29. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

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