kicking over

verb

present participle of kick over
as in turning over

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicking over
  1. turning over
  2. setting off
  3. turning on
  4. touching off
Verb
  • Kushner said the utility had cooperated with the investigation, turning over data and making PG&E staff available for interviews.
    — Matthew Ormseth, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
  • La Roja then lacks quality and intent, opting instead for little flicks around corners that result in turning over possession.
    — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 10 July 2026
Definition of turning over
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  • Think of it like setting off a firework inside of a long, narrow hallway (which, by the way, is a really bad idea).
    — Laura Kiniry, Popular Science, 16 July 2026
  • Many accounts were opted in by default, making their public photos available to the tool and setting off alarm in the entertainment industry.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Definition of setting off
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  • In 2024, a Colorado family’s home security camera captured another dog accidentally turning on a stovetop after jumping up to investigate boxes left on the range.
    — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026
  • Neighbors rescue two dogs from burning home Fire officials said Bo was the dog seen on video inadvertently turning on the toaster.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 14 July 2026
Definition of turning on
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  • The university prepared to wash its hands of this important part of its legacy, touching off a furious backlash.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
  • With two minutes left in the period, Parayko ran Yurov into the boards from behind, touching off a fight between the Blues’ defenseman and Trenin.
    — Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026
Definition of touching off
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