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Definitions

kick back

VERB
relax
Synonyms
STRONGEST
lie down recline sit back take it easy unwind
WEAK
breathe easy calm down catch one's breath chill out collect oneself compose oneself cool off feel at home hang loose loosen up make oneself at home mellow out put one's feet up rest settle back sit around take a break take a breather take a load off take ten wind down

Example Sentences

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Finally, just some light family drama that everyone can kick back and enjoy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

I keep thinking they will kick back into life, but they actually seem to be getting worse.

From BBC • Dec. 19, 2024

“But if they’re just watching all they need is a tall glass of iced tea. ”That was Bob’s thing,” he said, “get some iced tea and kick back and watch.”

From Seattle Times • May 10, 2024

Given all her recent success, it would make sense if McQueen wanted to kick back for a bit to enjoy the winter wonderland where she lives, but she doesn’t see herself slowing down anytime soon.

From Salon • Feb. 9, 2024

After a busy year, we were more than ready to kick back.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.