1
as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion
I plan to spend the day kicking back and watching television
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2
as in to kill time
to spend time doing nothing
a good resort for people who want to kick back and watch others exercise strenuously
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as in rebate
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as in payoff
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Recent Examples of kick back
Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
Everything froze in time until the ball crashed against the foul pole and kicked back into the playing field, making the stadium sound like the old place across the street sounded in the dynastic nineties.
—Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Dan Walters, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
The owner of a now-defunct Milwaukee prenatal care company that was supposed to help low-income pregnant women, new mothers and babies has been convicted of 17 federal felony charges, including healthcare fraud, identity theft, paying kickbacks and money laundering.
—Mary Spicuzza, jsonline.com, 18 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Cozy yet polished, the two-piece ensemble is ideal for maneuvering tight cabin bathrooms to kicking back on weekends.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
Everything froze in time until the ball crashed against the foul pole and kicked back into the playing field, making the stadium sound like the old place across the street sounded in the dynastic nineties.
—Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Noun
So are tax rebates just mutually beneficial business deals, unsavory kickbacks or legal extortion?
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
The owner of a now-defunct Milwaukee prenatal care company that was supposed to help low-income pregnant women, new mothers and babies has been convicted of 17 federal felony charges, including healthcare fraud, identity theft, paying kickbacks and money laundering.
—Mary Spicuzza, jsonline.com, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kick back
Verb
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Doctors prescribe prazosin, which relaxes blood vessels, to help lower blood pressure.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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Set in a Wednesday-esque room, complete with moody lighting and adorned with props including dead roses, a gold candelabra, a black violin and faux poison, Gaga and Zeta-Jones sit behind a table and whisper into a microphone, aiming to help viewers relax.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While some Christian creators seem to be taking the demonic allegations quite seriously, the Hatch backlash has become a bit of a meme online, with users accusing the women of being in religious psychosis or just flat out ridiculous.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
29 Oct. 2025
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After receiving backlash for sharing videos of herself with R&B singer Kehlani on social media, R&B singer kwn has vowed to keep their private life private.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The country offers a 30% PDV (post-production, digital and visual effects) rebate nationally, with Queensland adding an extra 15%.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
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Under the rebate program, eligible residents could get up to $624 back.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
25 Oct. 2025
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He was named an All-Star and an All-NBA Third Team selection while leading the Kings to their first playoff appearance in 2023, ending the longest payoff drought in NBA history after 16 consecutive losing seasons.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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While that opening might not be for everyone, the payoff is absolutely worth it.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Sharon’s final delusions about Beryl are put to rest as she’s placed under arrest, and Donnelly tests out a draft of her case report on Elsbeth.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
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Roshane Thomas What the data says Once again, West Ham’s hopes rest on the shoulders of their talisman, Bowen.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This is something Kang was championing — badass characters who also veg out on the couch without makeup on.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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And while humans tend to veg out on the couch, canines typically only watch for short periods.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
Noun
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That was the first Chiefs fans have heard of the name, and there was a mixed reaction from social-media users about the moniker.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
2 Nov. 2025
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But the reaction was also emblematic of both sides.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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The deepest discounts at Way Day are from beloved brands like Shark, Dyson, and Bissell.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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Customers can receive a 10% discount on pet products by using the code PETS10 at checkout.—
Trisha Easto,
USA Today,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Kick back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kick%20back. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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