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kickoff

[kik-awf, -of] / ˈkɪkˌɔf, -ˌɒf /
NOUN
opening
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Anne Gauldin: When we were invited to perform for the kickoff of this two-year honoring of High Performance magazine, it was really exciting to be able to get our habits out of storage.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Starting four hours before kickoff of every match at MetLife, service to New Jersey from New York Penn Station will be partially restricted.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Business owner Sarah Wells, who is part of the We Pay the Tariffs group, echoed Anthony’s view that Monday’s kickoff was a mixed bag.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

“Maddie’s Secret,” which opens in theaters June 12, makes for a fitting kickoff for this year’s event.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The thought of the kickoff rally cheered him greatly.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole