kicker in a sentence

Definition

A kicker is a surprising or unexpected element that adds excitement or emphasis to a situation or statement.

The kicker in the deal was that she would also receive a bonus for meeting her sales targets.
He delivered the final kicker of the joke, leaving everyone in stitches.
The unexpected kicker was that the movie ended with a shocking plot twist.
As a kicker, he decided to donate a portion of his winnings to charity.
The team's last-minute goal served as a real kicker, turning the game in their favor.