kickoff

Example Sentences

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When the whistle blows for the first kickoff, expect the complaining to stop and the cheering to start.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

As Kuper has learned well from his nine tournaments, the worst time for a World Cup is the two weeks before kickoff.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

“With just two months until kickoff, indicators suggest the anticipated economic lift may fall short of expectations,” the report said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

He supported the adoption of a prematch anthem to unite the fans before kickoff.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The day was meant to be a massive kickoff party for the campaign, one for which everyone had spent weeks preparing.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama