LYING BACK Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

lying back

verb

present participle of lie back

as in stretching (out)

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Vikings right tackle Brian O'Neill and left guard Donovan Jackson immediately turned toward the sideline to motion for the medical team, with Murray lying on his side and his legs kicking back and forth.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Sep. 2026
Downstairs, a dedicated lounge features a multi-screen entertainment setup, creating the perfect spot for game days, movie nights or simply kicking back with family and friends.

— Doris Alvarez Cea, Florida Times-Union, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of kicking back

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The footage, filmed in August at Changlu Tourism and Leisure Park in Guangdong Province, China, and obtained by Newsflare, shows a guest stepping onto a tortoise’s back and squatting on the reptile while holding a child.

— Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2026
With the bulk of his work at practice done for the day, Achord retreats to the back of the end zone with Koonz, squatting and scribbling something on paper.

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

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Up top, a large rooftop deck is the star of the show, offering plenty of space for lounging or entertaining with a beautiful backdrop.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 14 Sep. 2026
Deutch can be seen lounging around a Tribeca loft, layering T-shirts and knits and stepping out in the trench.

— Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 9 Sep. 2026

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Combining three of the season's biggest trends -- slouching, croc embossing and suede -- this boot is sure to grace the feet of the most stylish shoe lovers in the know.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026
Certain chairs can cause slouching overtime if not intended for work use, resulting in harming your body in the process.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026

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lying back

lying (down)

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