Pronunciation: /əˈlaɪv ənd ˈkɪkɪŋ/
adjective describing the state of being lively and active
A1 My grandmother is alive and kicking at 90 years old.
A2 Despite his age, the retired boxer is still alive and kicking.
B1 The company may have faced some challenges, but it is still alive and kicking in the market.
B2 The old car may be a bit rusty, but it's still alive and kicking.
C1 The tradition of storytelling is alive and kicking in many cultures around the world.
C2 Despite advances in technology, print media is still alive and kicking in some regions.
conjunction joining the words 'alive' and 'kicking' to show that both are present and active
A1 My grandma may be old, but she's still alive and kicking.
A2 Despite the accident, the athlete is alive and kicking.
B1 After recovering from the illness, she's back to being alive and kicking.
B2 Even after retirement, the former CEO is still alive and kicking in the business world.
C1 Despite facing many challenges, the company is still alive and kicking in the market.
C2 The political leader, despite facing criticism, is still alive and kicking in the public eye.
formal Despite his age, the retired professor is still alive and kicking, continuing to contribute to academic research.
informal I heard from Sarah yesterday, she's alive and kicking and enjoying her retirement in Florida.
slang Don't worry about Tom, he's alive and kicking and ready to party tonight.
figurative The old theater may have seen better days, but it's still alive and kicking with a loyal audience attending every show.
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