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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
Andrea Guzmán, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026
At the end of the day, the Huntington Wicker Chaise Lounge makes the perfect place to kick back and relax.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
Shun Graves, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Fernandes Anderson resigned in early July after she was convicted on federal corruption charges tied to a $7,000 City Hall kickback scheme.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Billionaire Elon Musk makes more trips than that in a month as the jet-setter takes off for business trips, to schmooze with politicians or kick back in vacation spots.
—Andrea Guzmán, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026
At the end of the day, the Huntington Wicker Chaise Lounge makes the perfect place to kick back and relax.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
Noun
The district also continues to grapple with the shadow of ex-superintendent Devon Horton, who faces federal charges of fleecing District 65 through a kickback scheme.
—Shun Graves, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Fernandes Anderson resigned in early July after she was convicted on federal corruption charges tied to a $7,000 City Hall kickback scheme.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kick back
Verb
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Instead, use this energy to socialize, relax and explore your creative talents.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
6 Mar. 2026
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In her free time, Laurie is always looking for new places to relax and recharge in Southern California's beautiful outdoors.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Electricity rates in the US are rising for several reasons, but some political backlash has focused on new AI data centers that are straining power supplies and pushing prices higher.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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What the Vital Farms controversy revealed In early 2026, premium egg brand Vital Farms became the focus of a viral consumer backlash accusing the company of greenwashing.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
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President Cyril Ramaphosa made no mention of the film rebate crisis.—
Thinus Ferreira,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2026
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The return needs a correction to the child tax credit or recovery rebate credit amount.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The payoff isn’t nearly as great.—
Miriam Balanescu,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2026
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But according to Play Work Repeat, the payoff compounds fast.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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His work centers on structure, balance, and durability, helping ensure that treatment plans rest on sound clinical principles.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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However, part of the DOJ’s case rested on the bundling of sports and concert tickets, as well as the alleged requirement that primary ticket sellers for major concert venues provide support for the distribution of a team’s season tickets.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Just take care of your[self], and veg out.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Jan. 2026
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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
Noun
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Even so, the reaction of the market has been relatively subdued, said David Butter, an energy expert on the Middle East at the Chatham House think tank.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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According to Sharp, the reaction came days after the dog had been neutered.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The home furnishing retailer is known for modern, aspirational furniture and decor that looks and feels high-end—but with discounts up to 62% off, there’s no need to pay luxury prices.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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Ticket prices vary by day, starting at $24 for ages 13 and up and $16 for ages 3-12, with discounts available for family or group purchases.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Kick back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kick%20back. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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