1
as in complains
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 objects
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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as in thrills
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
I get a kick out of downhill skiing
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as in joys
a source of great satisfaction
it was a kick for the parents to see their once-shy son star in a Broadway play
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as in objections
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent
nowadays there seem to be few words in the dictionary that do not raise a kick from one person or another
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as in collisions
a forceful coming together of two things
I felt a kick in my hands as the jackhammer came roaring to life
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Recent Examples of kicks
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
25 June 2026
This ambrosial cocktail starts with the classic elements of a mimosa—orange juice and sparkling wine—but kicks the party up a notch with a splash each of gin and Lillet Blanc.
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Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
20 June 2026
Non-inverter ACs have a more dramatic on and off sound when the compressor kicks on and off.
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Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
18 June 2026
As temperatures rise, Atlanta’s summer festival season kicks into full gear.
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Kaitlyn Harvey,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
Dan, the big blond, kicks every drunk that comes near him.
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Dolores Brown,
Outdoor Life,
17 June 2026
Since the coil is continuously damp during operation, even a small amount of buildup can cause a noticeably musty smell when the AC initially kicks on.
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Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
15 June 2026
This work fundamentally kicks the can of water conservation down the road, and some directors of the district readily acknowledge this.
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Allen Best,
Denver Post,
14 June 2026
Corner kicks, for example, may feel a bit random, but some teams do draw them more than others.
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Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Philip Sherburne,
Pitchfork,
25 June 2026
On sale for 50 percent off, the hybrid kicks feature the dainty silhouette of your favorite flats, along with the cooling mesh uppers and durable outsoles of your go-to sneakers.
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Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
The cause of these kicks is the ejection of blobs of plasma from the red giant stars.
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Robert Lea,
Space.com,
22 June 2026
But much in the way that younger people will look to imitate their sporting heroes — sticking out their tongue while driving to the basket like Michael Jordan, standing over free-kicks like Ronaldo — a number of modern tennis players have added ‘vamos’ to their reserve.
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Thom Harris,
New York Times,
21 June 2026
During the opening minute, Balogun and Pepi pressed Australia to play long kicks and operate outside of its comfort zone.
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Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
Meanwhile, Clark looked flashy rocking her brand-new signature Nike kicks, dropping 26 points and seven assists.
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Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
As the Diamonds’ season kicks into gear, Ricard aims to maintain the mindset that made her one of the best mid-major pitchers in the country.
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Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Kant retains a place of honor; Heidegger gets a few farewell kicks.
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Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
Verb
Developed by Robbins specifically for Pompeo, Chicks follows Chickie (Pompeo) and Doreen, two estranged half-sisters who are both struggling to get by when their wise guy dad unexpectedly kicks the bucket.
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Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
25 June 2026
This ambrosial cocktail starts with the classic elements of a mimosa—orange juice and sparkling wine—but kicks the party up a notch with a splash each of gin and Lillet Blanc.
—
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
20 June 2026
Non-inverter ACs have a more dramatic on and off sound when the compressor kicks on and off.
—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
18 June 2026
As temperatures rise, Atlanta’s summer festival season kicks into full gear.
—
Kaitlyn Harvey,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
Dan, the big blond, kicks every drunk that comes near him.
—
Dolores Brown,
Outdoor Life,
17 June 2026
Since the coil is continuously damp during operation, even a small amount of buildup can cause a noticeably musty smell when the AC initially kicks on.
—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
15 June 2026
This work fundamentally kicks the can of water conservation down the road, and some directors of the district readily acknowledge this.
—
Allen Best,
Denver Post,
14 June 2026
Corner kicks, for example, may feel a bit random, but some teams do draw them more than others.
—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Noun
The mix runs almost dangerously hot, bruising kicks and red-lining riffs threatening to overwhelm the whole thing, and the sounds of revving engines at the beginning of most tracks underscore the sensation that we are gathered here today to burn rubber.
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Philip Sherburne,
Pitchfork,
25 June 2026
On sale for 50 percent off, the hybrid kicks feature the dainty silhouette of your favorite flats, along with the cooling mesh uppers and durable outsoles of your go-to sneakers.
—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
The cause of these kicks is the ejection of blobs of plasma from the red giant stars.
—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
22 June 2026
But much in the way that younger people will look to imitate their sporting heroes — sticking out their tongue while driving to the basket like Michael Jordan, standing over free-kicks like Ronaldo — a number of modern tennis players have added ‘vamos’ to their reserve.
—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
21 June 2026
During the opening minute, Balogun and Pepi pressed Australia to play long kicks and operate outside of its comfort zone.
—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
Meanwhile, Clark looked flashy rocking her brand-new signature Nike kicks, dropping 26 points and seven assists.
—
Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
As the Diamonds’ season kicks into gear, Ricard aims to maintain the mindset that made her one of the best mid-major pitchers in the country.
—
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Kant retains a place of honor; Heidegger gets a few farewell kicks.
—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicks
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But today nobody complains about the cost of his castles.
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Never says a word, never complains about it, right?
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The Lotus bangles exemplify that thinking—open, architectural lines invite light to pass through the forms, casting reflections and subtle tonal variations as the wrist moves—objects made to engage naturally with the body.
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The purpose of any heat shield is to be sure the extreme temperatures that objects hitting Earth’s atmosphere experience don’t harm the crew or cargo inside the vehicle.
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Ann-Margret described casting her first ballot for Kennedy as one of the many thrills of her life.
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All of Universal’s theme parks have kid-friendly areas, like DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Florida and Illumination’s Minion Land at Universal Studios Hollywood, but most of their parks are known for big thrills.
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One of the few joys of social media is watching someone experience something that brings them pure joy for the first time.
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What to do in Boston's South End One of the joys of Boston's South End is simply going for perhaps one of the most picturesque walks in the city.
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The judge also overruled any further objections from the defense regarding Blankenship’s testimony on the matter.
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Despite those objections, the administration is expected to proceed with the transaction and formally notify Congress in the coming days.
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Train collisions are relatively rare in Britain.
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At least two vehicle collisions involving ICE arrests have been reported in the Chicago area in the last month.
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Nothing screams summer like nautical stripes.
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Like why does Bravo think making the captions all different sizes screams Gen Z?
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Protest Passion Project The Climb was first unveiled by Beta Cinema at the European Film Market in February 2022, with Delevingne (Carnival Row) attached as a daredevil climber who protests against oil drilling in the Arctic by ascending The Shard.
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Investigators ask for patience after video sparks protests The police department provided the findings of the investigation to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation for an independent review of any criminal violations, Fraser said.
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“Kicks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kicks. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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