Example Sentences

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Shipley also returned four punts or kickoffs for touchdowns.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 7, 2026

That first season, the percentage of touchbacks on kickoffs plummeted because kickers couldn’t boot the ball as far.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025

For afternoon kickoffs, a soft pretzel tray with mustard or cinnamon dip goes a long way.

From Salon • Sep. 15, 2025

The league liked the numbers it saw out of the so-called dynamic kickoffs, including returns increasing 57% from 2023.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2025

I’d been at campaign kickoffs, fund-raisers, and election-night parties.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama