kicked in

Example Sentences

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Another cool thing about this is the way the staff kicked in too.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Although luxury spending as a percentage of overall U.S. discretionary outlays is currently relatively low, it’s a sign that households retained some purchasing power—even as higher gas prices kicked in.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

In negotiating player benefits, it was important to know that if they kicked in after three years or later, many players wouldn’t receive them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

The reductions kicked in at midnight last night meaning fuel leaving depots from then onwards was subject to the lower excise rates.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

The music grew like a fog around the crowd, and then, with only a sly rim shot for warning, the drums kicked in full thrust.

From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older