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
Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 Dec. 2025
As Madsen took a knee to end the Broncos’ 38-21 win over UNLV in the league title game at Albertsons Stadium, Danielson was one of the first people to walk onto the field, swinging his fist with enough momentum that his leg kicked back.
—Idaho Statesman, 6 Dec. 2025
Zephyr Teachout, The Atlantic, 22 Sep. 2025
So are tax rebates just mutually beneficial business deals, unsavory kickbacks or legal extortion?
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Conley drove, kicked back to Edwards, who hit Reid in the corner.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 Dec. 2025
As Madsen took a knee to end the Broncos’ 38-21 win over UNLV in the league title game at Albertsons Stadium, Danielson was one of the first people to walk onto the field, swinging his fist with enough momentum that his leg kicked back.
—Idaho Statesman, 6 Dec. 2025
Noun
But corruption covers a wide range of behavior, far beyond kickbacks and bribery.
—Zephyr Teachout, The Atlantic, 22 Sep. 2025
So are tax rebates just mutually beneficial business deals, unsavory kickbacks or legal extortion?
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kick back
Verb
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Acidic and fizzy drinks can increase pressure in the stomach and cause the muscle at the top of the stomach to relax, allowing acid to come back up.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
9 Nov. 2025
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Good food and drink plus a chance to relax will please you.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Western counterparts often acknowledge them privately, even as public backlash from some European institutions and media figures ensued against Rubio’s candor.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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The shooting comes amid heightened tensions between federal immigration authorities and Minneapolis officials, after DHS deployed thousands of additional officers to the area in recent days, sparking protests and backlash from city leaders.—
Stepheny Price , Alexandra Koch , Bill Melugin,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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That same month, a group of five automakers including Honda, Rivian, Hyundai, Volkswagen and Audi wrote a letter urging Newsom and state legislators to establish a $5,000 EV tax rebate to replace the lost federal incentives, Politico reported.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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The budget proposal includes $200 million to create a rebate program to make buying an electric car more affordable.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The first accounts of cheating and payoffs during exam week surfaced—a blow to the belief in fairness on which the whole system of guilds depended.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
6 Nov. 2025
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There are incredible upsides to success that are very obvious, but there also comes a payoff in not only a lack of privacy, but sometimes in real physical threats — not only externally but internally.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Letting cookie dough rest is one of the hardest parts of making cookies.—
Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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That’s why investing in a plush, comfortable duvet insert or comforter is essential for creating a cozy oasis to start the new year off well-rested.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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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
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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
Noun
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For Gay, the political landscape at home has elicited some spontaneous reactions from strangers abroad.—
Terry Ward,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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Strong word of mouth and critical reactions helped drive business.—
Nancy Tartaglione,
Deadline,
9 Nov. 2025
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This discount shall apply only to the primary residence of the user and shall not apply to separate irrigation meters.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Tickets cost $28 for adults and $20 for children ages 3-12, with discounts available for military members and adults ages 65 and up.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Kick back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kick%20back. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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