kicked in
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At the same time, insurers said they expect the impact of reduced federal subsidies, which kicked in at the start of 2026, to roll through next year as well.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
Pulisic said he was kicked in the calf in the opening match, a 4-1 victory over Paraguay on June 12, when he was subbed out at halftime.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
Martyn Pope and Dean Hollands said adrenaline "kicked in" as they arrived to help, using tools from their van to take out a window and smash through the doors.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
After the game, Pochettino confirmed that Pulisic's withdrawal was precautionary after feeling something in his calf, where he had been kicked in an earlier training session.
From BBC ● Jun. 13, 2026
When they were halfway across, our defenses kicked in.
From "The Last Olympian" by Rick Riordan
