as in to jump-start
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Recent Examples of kick-start
In 2019, with leadership from the Orange County Business Council and the Orange County Housing Trust – and a $5 million kick-start from Disneyland Resort – the city converted a former motel into permanent supportive housing for veterans and essential workers.
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Lucy Dunn, Oc Register, 18 Jan. 2026
These oats not only pack in 60 percent more protein than regular oats (which have 10 grams per ⅓ cup serving) but are also a great source of fiber and carbs to help kick-start your day.
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 17 Jan. 2026
Rangers have yet to approach Panarin about NMC In order to kick-start that process, the Rangers must begin by selling off veterans who aren’t part of the long-term vision.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
The free preview party Monday night will kick-start festival buzz and give attendees a broad overview of the festival’s schedule, offerings and structure.
—Danielle Charbonneau, AJC.com, 11 Jan. 2026
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Lucy Dunn, Oc Register, 18 Jan. 2026
These oats not only pack in 60 percent more protein than regular oats (which have 10 grams per ⅓ cup serving) but are also a great source of fiber and carbs to help kick-start your day.
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 17 Jan. 2026
Rangers have yet to approach Panarin about NMC In order to kick-start that process, the Rangers must begin by selling off veterans who aren’t part of the long-term vision.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
The free preview party Monday night will kick-start festival buzz and give attendees a broad overview of the festival’s schedule, offerings and structure.
—Danielle Charbonneau, AJC.com, 11 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kick-start
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Jones jump-started his bid with a $10 million check of his own.—
Adam Beam,
AJC.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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For this season, Claesson jump-started Meeks’ development by naming her a captain.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2026
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is resurrecting a major busway project and three bike lane overhauls that were pulled by the Adams administration.—
Ali Bauman,
CBS News,
13 Feb. 2026
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Aaron and Lisa Gibson have teamed up with Freddy and Dawn Harth to resurrect the business.—
Jeff Elkins,
Oklahoman,
11 Feb. 2026
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Perhaps Panarin can rekindle Byfield’s offensive prowess, which has been limited by an apparent decrease in confidence and another increase in defensive responsibility.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
7 Feb. 2026
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On the other sideline, the New England Patriots are somehow back here again, trying to rekindle a dynasty that once felt immortal under Tom Brady.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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Combining laser therapy with a proprietary topical growth factor serum, KeraLase targets early-stage hair loss and thinning by revitalizing dormant follicles.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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In 1992, the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District was created to revitalize the area through key public and private partnerships.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Kick-start.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kick-start. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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