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kickball

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[kik-bawl] / ˈkɪkˌbɔl /

noun

  • kickballs
    plural
  1. a children's game, similar to baseball, in which a large inflated ball, as a soccer ball, is kicked instead of being batted.


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Etymology

Origin of kickball

First recorded in 1970–75; kick + ball 1


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Kaczanowski has also done away with kickball, which became a showcase for those who were playing in a local league.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2025

Co-ed kickball games are on the schedule for late October, with games being held in Hollywood, West Hollywood and Venice.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2024

Along with chess matches, San Quentin is hosting kickball tournaments and flag football games as a way to foster more collegial relations.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2024

The girl often plays kickball or runs outside with other kids in their low-income subdivision.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 18, 2023

At recess, Sherm ran into the middle of Bridge’s kickball game, looking high over his shoulder for a flying football.

From "Goodbye Stranger" by Rebecca Stead

The National Park Service says space is limited — please leave the kickballs at home — and some areas, such as the World War II Memorial and the FDR Memorial, will be closed all day.

From Washington Post ● Jun. 30, 2021

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