take it easy
idiom
informal
1
: to relax and avoid hard work or strain
The doctor told her she should take it easy for a while.
2
: to stay or become calm and unexcited
—usually used as a command
Take it easy, Joe. Everything is going to be just fine.
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—Scott Cacciola, New York Times, 16 Apr. 2023
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Rae Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 23 Apr. 2023
Before the start of the run, Ritzenhein advised Obiri to take it easy.
—Scott Cacciola, New York Times, 16 Apr. 2023
In the meantime, take care and take it easy for a while.
—Marianne Garvey, CNN, 11 Apr. 2023
The supporting cast was able to pick it up, but 24 got to take it easy for a game.
—Jeremy Cluff, The Arizona Republic, 17 Mar. 2023
See All Example Sentences for take it easy
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“Take it easy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20it%20easy. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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