as in hanging (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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There’s a spa, a hot tub, a pool, and two sauna spaces for kicking back before a night on the town.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
25 Aug. 2025
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Whether running to the store, heading to a workout class, or simply lounging on the couch, comfy leggings are my go-to athleisure look.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Inside the bothy is a kitchenette, dining and lounging areas, and a mezzanine bedroom.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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“Hacking (around).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hacking%20%28around%29. Accessed 6 Sep. 2025.
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