as in kick
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
the fans got a real boot out the team's lopsided victory over its longtime rivals
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as in to fumble
to make or do (something) in a clumsy or unskillful way
he booted the answer of what should have been an easy question
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Recent Examples of boot
Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
Meindl’s Comfort Fit Hunter uninsulated boots: $366.99 (Amazon) Keep your dad’s feet warm, dry and toasty during extended hunts with Meindl's Comfort Fit Hunter boots.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 29 May 2025
The Nixon administration responded by weaponizing immigration law, trying to boot Lennon back to the UK over an old pot bust.
—Steve Bloom, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2025
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Noun
Sweeney pulled out the year-round shoe staple to show off an enduring fashion combo befitting either daytime interviews or nighttime soirees: boots and skirts.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
Meindl’s Comfort Fit Hunter uninsulated boots: $366.99 (Amazon) Keep your dad’s feet warm, dry and toasty during extended hunts with Meindl's Comfort Fit Hunter boots.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
Verb
He was booted out for heckling when candidates were discussing transportation priorities, and continued to protest outside the building.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 29 May 2025
The Nixon administration responded by weaponizing immigration law, trying to boot Lennon back to the UK over an old pot bust.
—Steve Bloom, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boot
Noun
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A touch of Cocchi Americano, an aperitif wine, is added to the rest of the ingredients to lend body and balance out a little bit of the kick from the chilis.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Wild Honey was a marvelous return to their trashy rock & roll roots, a 24-minute rush of garage-band kicks.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2025
Verb
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United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır fumbled the ball on the edge of his area, allowing Villa forward Morgan Rogers to take possession and put the ball into the net.—
George Ramsay,
CNN Money,
26 May 2025
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Minnesota Vikings: Aaron Jones — Jones came up in the discussion about fumbling, but that will not stop him from being the leading backfield producer for the Vikings.—
Jake Ciely,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
Noun
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The feeling of freedom, the thrill of sailing through the air, is worth the risk to Barry Blumenthal, 60, a retired stockbroker.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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For those looking for a little bit more of the continuation of their professional trajectory, finding something that combines sharing their lifetime of work knowledge, their passion for helping others, and the thrill of remaining relevant is the holy grail.—
Mark Avallone,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Verb
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Failing to install the tax would blow an additional $80 million hole in Chicago’s 2026 budget as the city already faces a budget gap of around $1 billion, Budget Director Annette Guzman said.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2025
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Wind blows the dust into the atmosphere and begins moving it westward over the Atlantic Ocean.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2025
Verb
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The nonprofit operates the Bullet Related Injury Clinic, dubbed the BRIC, which provides free treatment for physical and mental injuries caused by bullets.—
Bram Sable-Smith,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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The 1991 parade, dubbed the National Victory Celebration, was held on June 8, 1991, and marked the first time the capital had seen such an event since the end of the Second World War 46 years earlier.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
Verb
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The situation took a turn when Amy accidentally ruined her earbuds in the wash.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
3 June 2025
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The relationship between Ludovico and Silvia sparked deadly resentment—Ludovico feared Giorgio might expose the affair and ruin his reputation.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
3 June 2025
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“Boot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boot. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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