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noun

ˈkīt How to pronounce kite (audio)
Definition of kitenext
as in vampire
a person who habitually preys upon others characterized the financial advisors as kites who took advantage of their customers

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kite

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verb

as in to sport

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Recent Examples of kite
Noun
What to read next Look above the stellar claws to find the kite-formation of stars that marks the constellation Libra, which represents a cosmic set of weighing scales. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 14 June 2026 For exploration further into the turquoise waters, the property’s jetty can act as a launch point for private yacht charters to secluded beaches, day trips to other islands, a kite surfing adventure, and more. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 June 2026
Verb
By bringing mountains, bells, temples, kites and looms into the heart of Paris, Songmont demonstrated how Eastern aesthetics can resonate globally. — Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025 For example, kites need to be designed symmetrically to successfully catch the wind, which is often blowing horizontally, Choi said, adding that sometimes people don’t attach a kite’s tail properly, not realizing the tail helps the kite orient itself. — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for kite
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kite
  1. vampire
  2. sport
  3. predator
  4. lark
  5. shark
  6. romp
  7. vulture
  8. dance
Noun
  • In their respective grief, mommy issues, daughter issues, and, in the case of Armand and Daniel, daddy issues, our vampires are giving each other a run for their money over who is the most beautiful, most unwell.
    — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 29 June 2026
  • Taylor-Johnson starred as Friedrich Harding, a skeptic set in his belief that vampires don’t exist.
    — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 29 June 2026
Definition of vampire
Verb
  • Though Dan Wilcox is a Philadelphia-area native and sported a backwards Phillies cap to show it, the family now lives in Charleston, South Carolina, said his wife, Caroline.
    — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 30 June 2026
  • The interiors sport high-gloss finishes, bold patterns, and plush textures.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 June 2026
Definition of sport
Noun
  • With no natural predators and the ability to breed year-round, their populations have exploded over the decades.
    — Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
  • Give bird feeders protection from predators; planting shrubs and dense hedges gives them places to hide.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 5 July 2026
Definition of predator
Verb
  • And it was discovered by accident, when Delap and a few team-mates were larking about in training.
    — Nick Miller, New York Times, 22 May 2025
  • Before proceedings got under way Fallon was seen larking around at the front of the audience hall, before quickly being told to get to his seat as the pope was about to walk through the door.
    — Christopher Lamb, CNN, 14 June 2024
Definition of lark
Noun
  • That night, Valencia, the vessel’s captain, set out with a crew of nine from Jaramijó, Ecuador, for what was expected to be a typical three-week voyage, casting lines for shark, marlin, and tuna.
    — Will Freeman, New Yorker, 30 June 2026
  • The group stage would be a series of blowouts, the sharks would devour the minnows.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2026
Definition of shark
Verb
  • Youngsters romped through the crowd, happily indulging in eggthrowing or dunking-machine antics or trying to climb to the pinnacle of a greased pole, where a $20 bill waited.
    — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 July 2026
  • England is also looking to secure its spot in its knockout, having romped to a 4-2 win against Croatia in its opener.
    — David Hickey, NBC news, 23 June 2026
Definition of romp
Noun
  • Ratio Relievers *Multi-inning or bridge relievers who can vulture wins and help protect ratios.
    — Greg Jewett, New York Times, 2 July 2026
  • An unusual number of vultures have been seen flying over what’s left of La Guaira in recent days.
    — Gisela Salim-Peyer, The Atlantic, 1 July 2026
Definition of vulture
Verb
  • As the music builds, entire sections of the crowd rise to their feet, clapping, chanting and dancing together.
    — Ayushi Shah, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
  • Bryan West July 8, 2023 Kelce danced his way into Arrowhead Stadium attending night two of the Eras Tour.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of dance

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