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as in contributing
to make a donation as part of a group effort
if everyone in the department kicks in, we can give him an especially nice present for his retirement
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as in dying
slang
to stop living
the ornery cuss finally kicked in at the ripe old age of 90
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Recent Examples of kicking in
As the FanDuel Sports Network RSNs begin the process of winding down, Manfred’s push to collectivize the local rights for each MLB franchise is kicking in at a sadly fortuitous moment.
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Mar. 2026
The effects were fast, often kicking in within a week of the experiment and lasting up to 11 weeks.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Outside, 12 Mar. 2026
Fuel surcharges already kicking in Shipping rates are largely determined by diesel prices.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 12 Mar. 2026
Boston is kicking in $135 million for the White Stadium project, Mayor Michelle Wu announced this morning.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier will need massive new raises as RFAs this summer, not to mention Jackson LaCombe’s $9 million AAV officially kicking in.
—Harman Dayal, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The video shows two people approaching the front of the store and then kicking in the glass.
—Dennis Valera, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
The cuts were kicking in at 40 major hubs across the country, including in New York, Washington, Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Long delays are already kicking in at New York-area airports.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Mar. 2026
The effects were fast, often kicking in within a week of the experiment and lasting up to 11 weeks.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Outside, 12 Mar. 2026
Fuel surcharges already kicking in Shipping rates are largely determined by diesel prices.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 12 Mar. 2026
Boston is kicking in $135 million for the White Stadium project, Mayor Michelle Wu announced this morning.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier will need massive new raises as RFAs this summer, not to mention Jackson LaCombe’s $9 million AAV officially kicking in.
—Harman Dayal, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The video shows two people approaching the front of the store and then kicking in the glass.
—Dennis Valera, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
The cuts were kicking in at 40 major hubs across the country, including in New York, Washington, Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Long delays are already kicking in at New York-area airports.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicking in
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But beyond security, Fingerhut said the political environment itself is contributing to the danger.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Mar. 2026
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Kleven said his company, which is developing the Aylesworth subdivision off of 109th Avenue, will be a good partner with the town, contributing $450,000 toward the construction of a roundabout on 117th Avenue.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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The president was a crook, their friends were dying, and the previous decade of free love and expression seemed far away.—
Jack Crosbie,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2026
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The risks of getting infected and possibly being hospitalized or dying far outweigh the risks associated with vaccines.—
Virginia E. Pitzer,
Hartford Courant,
17 Mar. 2026
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Conyears-Ervin, Chicago’s treasurer since 2019, launched her second bid for the seat after falling short of unseating incumbent Davis two years ago.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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In fact, the temperature at Camp Mabry, Austin’s main weather observation site, tied the record for the largest 24-hour temperature drop, falling 58 degrees from a high of 97 degrees Sunday afternoon to a low of 39 degrees Monday morning.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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Don’t leave without checking out the rooftop cafe, which offers incredible city views.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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Getting your tiny house is as simple as checking out your Amazon cart and preparing for delivery.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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Steve only got to visit Wanda in Broad Cove a couple of times before becoming too ill with AIDS to make the trip and eventually passing away from the disease.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
4 Feb. 2026
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Adichie has experienced significant loss over the last few years, with both of her parents passing away a year apart.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
9 Jan. 2026
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Those comely fender flares, the angular head and taillamps that have presence; this is the Mercedes that made stepping out of one feel like a statement again.—
Sean Evans,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2026
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Crocs has some spring fresh colors and styles One of the best parts of spring is shedding all your heavy winter layers and stepping out in lighter, brighter fashion — and Crocs is totally on board.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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Dolly Parton delivered a candid health update while kicking off the 2026 season at Dollywood, revealing grief took a physical toll after the death of her husband of nearly six decades, Carl Dean.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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He is also set to embark on a massive tour that features residencies across the globe, kicking off May 16 in Amsterdam.—
Jodi Guglielmi,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2026
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Celebrate steady financial progress rather than perishing in pursuit of perfection.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Those who didn’t die onboard eventually tried to walk to across the frozen waters to mainland Canada, perishing on their journey.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Kicking in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kicking%20in. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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