as in to hang (around or out)
to spend time doing nothing
would prefer to be put to work rather than spend his days at the ranch just hacking around
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Verb
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Just take care of your[self], and veg out.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Jan. 2026 -
This set is damn near professional-wear, with a blazer-style top and contrast piping for those who like to veg out with dignity.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
10 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Riley Green kicks back at Heydude's new store in Austin to shop for new summer kicks.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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But once that stupendous on-screen chemistry between co-stars David Tennant and Michael Sheen kicks back in, the old magic shines through, strong as ever, giving us a fitting end to this beloved comic saga.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
Verb
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If your vacation plans involve anything more active than lounging poolside, these Baleaf travel pants deserve space in your suitcase.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2026
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Get ready to lounge outside in total comfort with this patio conversation set, designed to seat up to three people.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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That means, as some critics of the ban have pointed out, that 18-year-olds will almost certainly bum cigarettes from older friends—the same way younger teens have acquired them since time immemorial.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
19 May 2026
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On March 17, a video obtained by TMZ showed LaBeouf in a hotel lobby in Rome, Italy, wearing only his underwear and trying to bum a light for a cigarette.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
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On Monday, May 18, a 7%-illuminated crescent will hang about two degrees from Venus, with Jupiter about 20 degrees above.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
15 May 2026
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The plush beds have new headboards, tapestries by local artist Elena Carozzi now hang about the beds, bespoke wardrobes and minibars were created in dark wood and straw, and the bathrooms have been redone in green Cipollino marble.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
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Hernández will play a mix of infield and a little bit of outfield, giving his teammates a chance to rest.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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Their owners do sound minded to rest on any laurels, perhaps aware their rivals, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea, may all be going through transitional adjustment periods.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
Verb
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Wear it as a one-and-done travel outfit, to chill around the house, or for brunch with pals.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
23 May 2026
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Add ice and shake vigorously for about 10–12 seconds, until well-chilled.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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Dreams aren’t the brain idling.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2026
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The show’s characters idled away their time watching programs like Years of Our Days to Live.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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“Hack (around).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hack%20%28around%29. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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