1
as in resting
to refrain from labor or exertion
I plan to spend the day kicking back and watching television
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2
as in hanging (around or out)
to spend time doing nothing
a good resort for people who want to kick back and watch others exercise strenuously
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Recent Examples of kicking back
Styled with chic flip flops, Howie's woman demonstrates that kicking back on a getaway can also be a style statement.
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Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
In addition to all the driving thrills, Porsche Ice Experience is also about kicking back, enjoying fine dining, fireside conversations, and a genuine sense of camaraderie among fellow Porsche-loving participants and instructors.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
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
Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
In addition to all the driving thrills, Porsche Ice Experience is also about kicking back, enjoying fine dining, fireside conversations, and a genuine sense of camaraderie among fellow Porsche-loving participants and instructors.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicking back
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The team gathered regional body-fat measurements, via dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scans, and a combination of MRI scans covering structure, network activity (resting-state fMRI) and white-matter wiring (diffusion), from the UK Biobank.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Sep. 2025
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The big question is whether those who follow them will change course, with royalist hopes resting on Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis' generation to usher in a renaissance.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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FDgard is thought to work by relaxing the intestines, potentially reducing pain and inflammation, and helping protect the stomach lining.—
Patricia Weiser,
Verywell Health,
22 Sep. 2025
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Two outdoor pools and a spacious spa offer plenty of space for relaxing.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Sep. 2025
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Barely a week since Angel Studios rang the bell at the New York Stock Exchange, and the faith-friendly disruptor is still basking in the glow of its high-profile debut and feeling the heat that comes with it.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Sep. 2025
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His co-star is Margot Robbie, still basking in her post-Barbie glow and easily one of the most reliable and daring A-list actors working today.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
18 Sep. 2025
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There are a number of great kitchenware deals kicking around, including markdowns on nonstick and stainless steel cookware, air fryers, Keurigs, and immersion blenders.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
23 Sep. 2025
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None is more important than what’s been kicking around for at least six decades, a project to bolster California’s north-to-south shipments of water by bypassing the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
19 Aug. 2025
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And for off-duty days, fleece joggers make the ideal cozy piece for lounging at home or heading out on a coffee run.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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Even the arm and backrests are adjustable to provide the maximum amount of comfort while lounging.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
25 Sep. 2025
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Still, the idea of other young artists facing the same struggles and scrutiny is chilling to them.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
24 Sep. 2025
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The breakout bone-chilling star of the year is getting her big break — a big break that isn’t just the best Halloween costume idea this year.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
23 Sep. 2025
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The filtration system must be robust enough to perform under stop-and-go driving, prolonged idling and urban pollution while also remaining effective between filter replacements.—
Anan Bishara,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Avoid excessive idling and do not top off when refueling motor vehicles.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Levi stars in the movie as his real-life father's son while Kay is playing the mother of Matthew's character.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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The actors, playing for Planned Parenthood and Philadelphia food bank Philabundance, won the coveted $1 million prize.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
26 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Kicking back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kicking%20back. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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