The term "blow with the foot" can be replaced with several synonyms that are commonly used in sports and other physical activities. These synonyms include kicking, booting, punting, striking, and hitting with the foot. Each of these words denotes a specific way of using the foot to make contact with an object. "Kicking" is the most general term and can refer to any type of foot contact. "Booting" and "punting" are often used in soccer and American football, respectively. "Striking" and "hitting" with the foot are more forceful actions and are used in martial arts and other combat sports.