Kick off
/ˈkɪk ˈɒf/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To start a game or an event, often used in the context of organized sports.
- The game will kick off at 3 PM sharp.
- Ladies and gentlemen, we are ready to kick off the opening ceremony.
2. To start a process, project, or period of time.
- The manager kicked off the meeting with a brief introduction.
- We will kick off the project with a brainstorming session.
3. To expel or remove someone from a position or a place.
- The unruly fan was kicked off the premises by security.
- He was kicked off the team for breaking the rules.
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