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kicked

  • past participle of kick.
  • past tense form of kick.

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“By all means this World Cup has exceeded all expectations,” he said during a reception at Trump Tower two days before the final kicked off.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 20, 2026

It's a well-oiled machine, kicked into overdrive by a war more than a thousand kilometres away.

From Barron's Jul. 18, 2026

Mr. Trump launched Truth Social in 2022 after getting kicked off other media platforms.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

Before the World Cup even kicked off, the cheapest ticket to see the U.S. men’s team play was $1,640.

From MarketWatch Jul. 17, 2026

Somehow, despite my disorientation, my debutante training kicked in—the idea that first impressions were crucial for social currency.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse