kicked in
Example Sentences
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Pulte kicked in the final $22 million, according to a story told by Mark Pulte.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
It acted as a safety net and kicked in straight away when his heart was in trouble, allowing him to recover much more quickly.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
But then my AFib kicked in and acid reflux kicked in and pneumonia kicked in.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
Even though the Fifth Amendment ultimately kicked in and did its job, the government ruined lives in the process.
From Slate • May 22, 2026
I poured milk Into him, let him Lick chunks of Cheese from my palms, And cooked huevo After huevo Until his purring Engine kicked in And he cuddled Up to my father’s slippers.
From "Neighborhood Odes" by Gary Soto
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