Example
“Several funds kicked the tires before the Series A closed.”
Dictionary details
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Expressions connected by reviewed component words or topic tags.
kick off
CEFR B1to begin an event, meeting, or project
Informal
kick the habit
CEFR B2to stop a persistent behavior, especially an addictive one
Informal
kick up a fuss
CEFR B2to react with a noisy, angry complaint, often over a minor issue
Informal
dry run
CEFR B1a full practice session of a process, done for real except in name
Neutral
cover all bases
CEFR B2to consider and prepare for every important part, possibility, or problem so nothing is missed
Neutral
make the grade
CEFR B2to reach the standard required for success or acceptance
Informal
Source methodology
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