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kick something in (on something) (for someone or something) to contribute something, such as money, on something for someone or something. I will kick a few bucks in on some flowers for the receptionist. I will kick in a few bucks on the gift for Marge. See also: kick kick in (on something) (for someone or something) Fig. to contribute to something for someone or something. Would you like to kick in on a gift for Joel? I'll be happy to kick in on a gift. Sure, I would like to kick in for the gift— See also: kick kick in 1. to start operating or happening We still don't know why the emergency generator failed to kick in when the power failed. 2. to provide money The mayor persuaded local firms to kick in the money to start the scholarship fund. See also: kick How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Look at Mary an' me, Come on an' kick in, you cold-feets. Buy a pup and your money will buy Love unflinching that cannot lie-- Perfect passion and worship fed By a kick in the ribs or a pat on the head. "There's no harm in a kick in the hindquarters when your belly's full," said Captain Nichols, "and personally I never take it in bad part. |
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