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kicked in

VERB

contribute

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ante up donate pony up

WEAK

chip in commit dish out dole out fork over furnish give hand out hand over pitch in provide

Example Sentences

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Even though the Fifth Amendment ultimately kicked in and did its job, the government ruined lives in the process.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

Inflation cooled more than expected as government measures to reduce household energy bills kicked in, but is anticipated to pick up again due to rising oil and gas prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 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

Duong made sure his health coverage had kicked in before getting care.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

I worry so much about them knowing my secret that my stomach feels like I’ve been kicked in the guts.

From "Fish in a Tree" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt