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
The fine collection system kicked in on Monday in Shibuya Ward, a commercial and entertainment centre that is home to the famed Shibuya Crossing.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 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
But instinct kicked in swiftly, and many of the journalists in the crowd of 2,600 people were using their phones to capture video.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
She followed them, sensing that her inner compass had finally kicked in and was correct.
From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George
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