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kick off

idiom
Meaning

To start; to launch; to set in motion.


Examples
SIMPLE

The meeting will kick off at nine sharp.

CONTEXTUAL

To kick off the festival, the mayor gave a short speech and cut the ribbon.

COMPLEX

With a thunderous drumroll, the orchestra kicked off the concert, filling the hall with sound that silenced every whisper.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    get a kick out of

    To be delighted by; to be amused by.

  2. 02

    get one's kicks

    To enjoy oneself, to have a good time.

  3. 03

    kick a dog when it's down

    To make things worse for someone in an adverse situation.

  4. 04

    kick ass

    To win decisively.

  5. 05

    kick ass and take names

    To beat someone in a competition, fight, or other situation.

  6. 06

    kick at an open door

    To carry out a redundant activity.

  7. 07

    kick at the can

    An attempt or an opportunity.

  8. 08

    kick back

    To relax; to laze.

Last updated April 17, 2026