as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
needing one last kicky experience in my life, I decided to try bungee jumping
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Recent Examples of kicky
Jalapeño–Sour Cream Cornbread with Honey Butter Give your summer cornbread a seriously kicky upgrade!
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Erin Cavoto, Country Living, 10 July 2023
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
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Erin Cavoto, Country Living, 10 July 2023
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicky
Adjective
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While seemingly indifferent, like Yi-young, Gi-on actually finds the department exciting and wants to stay.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
19 May 2025
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Tucked inside Freeman’s | Hindman on 67th Street, the space was buzzing with good energy, beautiful clothes, and some of the most exciting names in American fashion.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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Tim Duncan has 37 points and 16 rebounds, and Tony Parker adds 27 points to help the San Antonio Spurs overpower the Lakers 110-82 to win the Western Conference semifinal series 4-2. 2004 — With one breathtaking surge, Smarty Jones posts a record 11½-length victory in the Preakness.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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Known for her boundary-pushing creativity and breathtaking stage presence, Taylor will also be spearheading the creative direction for the 106 & Park 25th Anniversary Tribute.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Maureen Murphy made things interesting late in the third period, cutting the Ottawa lead in half with five minutes remaining.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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There’s something quite interesting about the actor’s experience.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
17 May 2025
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Clemens has already come through with three big homers in sparse playing time for the Twins, showing intriguing bat-speed improvement at age 29.—
Aaron Gleeman,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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In an intriguing revision, the Heartbeat team expanded the role of the Page, who is besotted with the Syrian captain Narraboth, who is in turn besotted with Salome.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
19 May 2025
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Real Madrid is coming off a thrilling match against Barcelona in which Kylian Mbappe scored a hat trick with goals in the 5', 14', and 70'.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Pretending to apply makeup with toys, or occasionally smearing some real makeup on with adult supervision, can be a healthy way for kids to explore that idea—and a fun, even thrilling way to assert their sense of self.—
Faran Krentcil,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2025
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At the Democrat-Gazette, Dustin has cultivated strong connections within the local arts and entertainment community and finds joy in spotlighting the creative talents and inspiring stories of the region.—
Dustin Staggs,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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Extending to the Bowery Garden, more inspiring artwork can be enjoyed.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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“Kicky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kicky. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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