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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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She convinced him that rather than kick back and enjoy a young retirement—he was in his 50s—they should focus more on philanthropy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

It’s been a while coming, but investors might actually be able to kick back and relax heading into the weekend.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

Asked if he can now kick back and enjoy Monday's draw, Davidson cracked a smile.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2025

You can kick back and read it, stroll down memory lane with photos or sit it out and let it look gorgeous on your coffee table.

From Salon • Dec. 1, 2023

"Don't get me wrong. I hope all that happens so y'all can buy this store and I can retire, kick back and watch Law and Order marathons all day, every day."

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds