kicked in

Example Sentences

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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

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

"The nerves kicked in over the eight-inch putt on the last, the hole looked really small," said Young, who shot a four-under-par 68 to win his second PGA Tour title on 13 under.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

As the year advanced, European exports to the U.S. slowed as higher tariffs kicked in and the euro strengthened.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Then I went to the nurse’s office and told her I had a stomach ache, which was true, because I felt like I’d been kicked in the gut.

From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio