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as in begins
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
I'll kick off the discussion on ethics with this question
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as in dies
slang
to stop living
surprisingly, the recluse was worth a cool million when he kicked off
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Recent Examples of kicks off
The Clippers have one remaining preseason game, one more chance for Coach Tyronn Lue to get a look at what lineups and schemes might work before the regular season kicks off next week.
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Janis Carr, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Wolfhard plays Mike Wheeler on the blockbuster Netflix series, which kicks off its fifth and final season in November.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
Defending World Cup champion Argentina, led by Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi, is looking like a serious contender again after easily finishing atop the standings in South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, which kicks off in June in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
As described in a press statement, Angel Reese, making her runway model debut for VS kicks off her global partnership with the brand and sets the stage for much more to come.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 9 Oct. 2025
The women’s team starts with 12 non-conference bouts and kicks off conference play by hosting the Memphis Tigers on New Year’s Eve.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2025
This partnership kicks off during the Rockettes’ 100th anniversary year, right before the 2025 Christmas Spectacular opens on November 6.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 25 Sep. 2025
An underrated Week 3 of the college football season kicks off on Thursday night when the NC State Wolfpack hit the road to play the Wake Forest Demon Deacons.
—Erik Buchinger, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The day kicks off with live German music from Alpen Musikanten and a menu stacked with bratwursts, smoked meats and pretzels courtesy of Outpost 36 BBQ.
—Tiffani Jackson Skinner, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
Janis Carr, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Wolfhard plays Mike Wheeler on the blockbuster Netflix series, which kicks off its fifth and final season in November.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
Defending World Cup champion Argentina, led by Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi, is looking like a serious contender again after easily finishing atop the standings in South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, which kicks off in June in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
As described in a press statement, Angel Reese, making her runway model debut for VS kicks off her global partnership with the brand and sets the stage for much more to come.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 9 Oct. 2025
The women’s team starts with 12 non-conference bouts and kicks off conference play by hosting the Memphis Tigers on New Year’s Eve.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2025
This partnership kicks off during the Rockettes’ 100th anniversary year, right before the 2025 Christmas Spectacular opens on November 6.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 25 Sep. 2025
An underrated Week 3 of the college football season kicks off on Thursday night when the NC State Wolfpack hit the road to play the Wake Forest Demon Deacons.
—Erik Buchinger, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The day kicks off with live German music from Alpen Musikanten and a menu stacked with bratwursts, smoked meats and pretzels courtesy of Outpost 36 BBQ.
—Tiffani Jackson Skinner, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicks off
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Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle begins to slide uncontrollably on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
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The vine also begins to die back, and the stem turns dry, brown, and woody.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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The latest installment, which premiered Thursday on Netflix, picks up just moments after the Season 2 cliffhanger when the President dies after Hal (Rufus Sewell) informs him of Vice President Grace Penn’s involvement in the bombing of a British aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
18 Oct. 2025
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There’s also the risk of secondary toxicity if a mole comes to the surface, dies, and is eaten by a raptor or other predator.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
17 Oct. 2025
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However, compared to his older stepbrothers, his net worth falls a little bit short.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
12 Oct. 2025
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Defeat away against Italy on Tuesday would confirm this to be another qualification campaign that falls short.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Here, for now, are three pressing questions as the offseason commences.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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After 2029 the moon will pass south of the Pleiades until the next series commences in 2042.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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That could drag down lenders that are most susceptible if the economy really starts to take a turn for the worse.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
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The track starts with a pulsating Simmons bass riff, setting the tone for one of Kiss' funkier guitar grooves.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Factory ships deplete fisheries in a matter of years and an inordinate amount of sea life also perishes in their nets.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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After that, the main part of the mission kicks in.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
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The real value of this card kicks in after spending at least $60,000 each year.—
David McMillin,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Once all spots are sold, the breaker opens the box live online, revealing which cards go to which participant based on the predetermined assignments.—
Mark Billingsley,
Sacbee.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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The elevator opens to the foyer, where 12-foot ceilings and polished stone floors lead into the massive great room, stretching 80 feet long; there’s plenty of room to accommodate a trio of lounging and dining areas.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Kicks off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kicks%20off. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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