kick (about)

verb

Definition of kick (about)next
as in to object (to)

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  1. doubt
  2. protest
  3. resist
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  • Some doubted Musk’s other questionable gaming accomplishments, such as his claim to be one of the best players in the world at Diablo 4.
    Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Few doubted the power of his vision and imagination, though naysayers questioned his logical thread.
    Stephen Galloway, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of doubt
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  • But health insurers have protested, arguing the policy is akin to cutting seniors' health benefits.
    Maya Goldman, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Ten years later, Bejarano protested the government, then flew to the U.S. to escape political persecution as an outspoken opponent of the Maduro regime.
    Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, The Denver Post, 12 Jan. 2025
Definition of protest
Verb
  • This Mount Royal Avenue cultural institution resists change (its historic interior was last updated in 1982) and yet bends successfully.
    Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2025
  • Complete with two carry-ons and two checkable bags, each suitcase is outfitted in 100 percent ABS, hardwearing material that resists scratches and dents.
    Alyssa Brascia, Travel + Leisure, 18 Jan. 2025
Definition of resist
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kick (about)

kick around

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“Kick (about).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kick%20%28about%29. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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