kicked off is not in our dictionary (yet). Here's what it could mean:
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phrasal verb
- To initiate or begin an event, project, or process, often with a notable or energetic start.
- To be forcibly removed or ejected from a group, location, or online platform.
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The 2026 World Cup closing ceremony kicked off with a range of performances, including Jennifer Hudson singing the national anthem and a speech from actor Tom Cruise.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
Richemont kicked off the luxury reporting season, with Burberry due to issue its first-quarter results on Friday.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 15, 2026
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- got underway
- got the boot
- got the ball rolling
- was shown the door
- got bounced
Possible Antonyms
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- was let in
- wound down
- called it a day
- got the green light
