kicked in
Example Sentences
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Pulte kicked in the final $22 million, according to a story told by Mark Pulte.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
It acted as a safety net and kicked in straight away when his heart was in trouble, allowing him to recover much more quickly.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
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
And then every one of his animal instincts kicked in.
From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo
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