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Recent Examples of kicky Today, Irina Shayk stepped out in New York City wearing a kicky number by Burberry, in the label’s signature plaid. Liana Satenstein, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2020 And the animation theme reveals itself to be best during a chase scene with some kicky music behind it and ample opportunities for comic book text pop-ups. Jodi Walker, EW.com, 16 May 2020 The soundtrack is kicky, the rank-and-file firefighters cheekier and the references to skincare routines increased, in a gentle jab at Lowe. Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 20 Jan. 2020 The Korean fried chicken drummies had less crisp than the sandwich and the bibimbap bowl and they were brushed with a slightly kicky sauce. Nancy Ngo, Twin Cities, 19 Sep. 2019 See all Example Sentences for kicky 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicky
Adjective
  • Moreover, with Uranus stationing direct — in your committed seventh house of relationships and commitments — there could be exciting new developments or unexpected shifts in your approach to others or within the foundation of a close relationship.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
  • The coming years will undoubtedly bring exciting developments as Titans and similar architectures are refined and applied to a wide range of challenges in AI and beyond.
    Craig S. Smith, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • An El Dorado Hills home that nearly set a residential sales record at $7 million is no longer on the market, but a new opportunity awaits just two miles away with an even more breathtaking view of Folsom Lake — at a fraction of the price.
    David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 27 Jan. 2025
  • Some purists see voice-over as a crutch, but this feels like an excellent example of that technique done right, adding depth that Edgerton’s largely wordless performance and the breathtaking cinematography could not achieve without it.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 26 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Some of the most interesting sports cars and GTs of the 1950s, ‘60s, and ‘70s were powered by eight-cylinder, stateside muscle—engines that cost less at the time than a set of Borrani wheel spinners cost today.
    Robert Ross, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Historians said these denarii are particularly interesting because of their role in spreading the emperor’s propaganda message of his holiness and connection to the church, according to the museum.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • More intriguing will be how each player uses their new affinity for the other’s calling card, as an efficient winning machine and a great showman meet — just not in the way tennis fans would have expected.
    Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 19 Jan. 2025
  • Star pitcher Roki Sasaki ended the suspense of the most intriguing free agency of the offseason.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 2-6 7-5 in a thrilling Australian Open women’s final.
    Issy Ronald, CNN, 25 Jan. 2025
  • Yet that battle of wills concluded with a thrilling forehand winner from Keys—who instantly burst into tears.
    Vogue, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The scene will probably be inspiring and riveting — Oscar ready.
    Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
  • So, whether you’re drawn to laugh-out-loud moments, edge-of-your-seat thrillers, or inspiring tales of resilience, 2025 is poised to serve some must-watch TV for you and yours.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 14 Jan. 2025

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“Kicky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kicky. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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