Your English writing platform
Discover LudwigThe phrase "a kicking" is correct and can be used in written English, though it is context-dependent.
It is typically used in informal contexts to refer to an act of kicking or a situation where someone is being kicked, often in a playful or aggressive manner.
Example: "The soccer match ended with a thrilling moment, as the player received a yellow card for a kicking that shocked the referee."
Alternatives: "a kick" or "a booting".
Exact(60)
He is a kicking weapon.
Only one didn't give me a kicking.
(a) Kicking one of his aides.
I'm bracing myself for a kicking.
'I remember getting a kicking by France.
Maybe he doesn't have a kicking game.
Husted, a kicking instructor, connected with Rugland on Facebook.
Parties in government always get a kicking in these elections.
I am not saying we haven't had a kicking.
And the messenger gets a kicking or worse.
It gets quite a kicking whenever we cover it.
Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.
Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com