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kicked

Pronunciation: [kɪkt]

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Learn how to use kicked in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical action”

(verb) to strike something with your foot. It's like when you use your foot to hit a ball or move something away.

Example

She kicked the soccer ball across the field.

Example

He didn't kick the ball; he just watched it roll by.

Example

Did you kick the ball during the game?

Context: “emotional reaction”

(verb) to feel a strong reaction, often negative. It's like when something makes you really upset, similar to being kicked in the stomach.

Example

I was so happy when I won, it felt like I kicked the negativity out of my mind.

Example

The bad news kicked me down and made me feel sad.

Example

What kicked you into feeling so upset today?

Context: “games”

(verb) to make a move in a game, often related to sports. Like in soccer or football when you have to kick to score points.

Example

He kicked the ball perfectly to score a goal.

Example

She couldn't kick the ball well and missed the target.

Example

When is the best time to kick the ball in soccer?

How to pronounce kicked

Pronunciation: [kɪkt]

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