as in kicks
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 fumbles
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 boots
Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
Some patients with bunions, hammertoes, or Morton’s neuroma (which can cause a sensation that feels like a pebble in your shoe) require boots with a wider toe box.
—Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
Richards, 76, was spotted wearing a dark pair of pants, a dark jacket and boots during his outing.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
And yes, accessorizing often included ankle boots and black fedoras.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 14 May 2026
Consisting of track jackets and jerseys with corset details, knee-high soccer boots and wide-legged pants with stripes up the side, the collection was a hit with the majority of pieces selling out.
—Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
Volunteers should wear sun protection and comfortable sneakers or boots.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The Mayor, after arriving with his chief of staff and first deputy mayor, zipped off a pair of ankle boots and joined the men on the floor.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
Now there is a new name to add to the list and one who is making his mark in a second sport at an age when most top players have long hung up their boots and bats.
—Paul Newman, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 31 Dec. 2025
Noun
Rocky, meanwhile, wore a camel trench over a gray tee, along with black jeans and combat boots.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
Some patients with bunions, hammertoes, or Morton’s neuroma (which can cause a sensation that feels like a pebble in your shoe) require boots with a wider toe box.
—Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
Richards, 76, was spotted wearing a dark pair of pants, a dark jacket and boots during his outing.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
And yes, accessorizing often included ankle boots and black fedoras.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 14 May 2026
Consisting of track jackets and jerseys with corset details, knee-high soccer boots and wide-legged pants with stripes up the side, the collection was a hit with the majority of pieces selling out.
—Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
Volunteers should wear sun protection and comfortable sneakers or boots.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The Mayor, after arriving with his chief of staff and first deputy mayor, zipped off a pair of ankle boots and joined the men on the floor.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
Now there is a new name to add to the list and one who is making his mark in a second sport at an age when most top players have long hung up their boots and bats.
—Paul Newman, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Verb
Dominic Zvada boots a 31-yard field goal to give the Wolverines the lead.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 31 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boots
Noun
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These new Ubfen kicks look retro but feel especially practical for everyday wear.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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In episode eight of season three, Matthew’s family and friends want to support his burgeoning business, so they’re shown wearing a variety of fresh kicks — ranging from baby Sutton wearing red and white Nike Dunk Lows to Harrison Ford in his aforementioned style.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
11 May 2026
Verb
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The movie fumbles the chance to do something arresting with this seminal period in art.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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If the creditor fumbles the process, then an otherwise valid and collectible debt may be barred.—
Virginia Hammerle,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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That’s because its plug-in hybrid powertrain, which delivers up to 50 miles of electric driving range, is built for thrills.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Perhaps, but Alonso’s attentive gaze reworks the meaning of excitement such that a banal exchange with the nearby farmhand, and a drive into the nearby village, provide minor thrills — that is, if you’re properly settled onto Alonso’s serenely sluggish wavelength.—
Beatrice Loayza,
Variety,
16 May 2026
Verb
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The match started off hot with Slater and Alexander trading blows to begin the match.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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Thirty years later, that daughter walks into a therapist’s office — and blows the cover off a landmine she was never meant to touch.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Sparks muffs the punt and South Alabama recovers on Texas State's 39-yard line.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
29 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Claire meets strange apothecary Master Raymond, who dubs her La Dame Blanche.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
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Soon a tunnel between the ships, then a meeting, with a friendly, inquisitive alien who looks like a sort of craggy spider/crab, whom Grace dubs Rocky.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There is Persian mythology and mysticism in the film, and ruins in Persian poetry are very significant places.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
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The property’s main restaurant, Night Hawk, is Mediterranean, with cooking by open fire, a Greek ruins vibe and seating for about 150.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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“Boots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boots. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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