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kicking



NOUN
drop kick
Synonyms


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Arnold Schwarzenegger, for example, was known for kicking butt as “The Terminator.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

And as the primary’s final stretch nears, the campaigns are kicking into high gear.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

"Two years ago competition at Heathrow wasn't on the cards and now is very much alive and kicking because the case for change is so strong," Arora said.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

With the French Open kicking off next week, and Wimbledon and the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Jonathan bent his knees and pushed, kicking his legs like a frog.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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