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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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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 kickback
Vivian Jones, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Her abrupt dismissal led to an FBI probe and a shocking revelation in May: Gatlin, 52, a Foundation executive over the past decade, was arrested on charges of fleecing $3.6 million from her former employer, fabricating fake invoices from vendors and receiving $1 million in kickbacks from them.
—Miami Herald, 6 July 2025
Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Part of the money kicked back to Do was given by way of payments to Do’s daughter, Rhiannon Do, through a high-paying job at Viet America Society and providing a down payment on a roughly $1 million Tustin home.
—Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 9 June 2025
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Verb
The text messages offer a glimpse into the culture in some corners of the House Republican Caucus at the time, and indicate kickbacks were discussed on more than one occasion.
—Vivian Jones, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Her abrupt dismissal led to an FBI probe and a shocking revelation in May: Gatlin, 52, a Foundation executive over the past decade, was arrested on charges of fleecing $3.6 million from her former employer, fabricating fake invoices from vendors and receiving $1 million in kickbacks from them.
—Miami Herald, 6 July 2025
Noun
Well, maybe a nice shower and a piece of pie, but after the shower and the pie, kick back and relax.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Part of the money kicked back to Do was given by way of payments to Do’s daughter, Rhiannon Do, through a high-paying job at Viet America Society and providing a down payment on a roughly $1 million Tustin home.
—Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kickback
Verb
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One of the elements he’s been working on is relaxing to close races.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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Guests can witness the eclipse surrounded by mountains and immersed in pristine Icelandic nature, from the comfort of the lodge's private Spa House, relaxing in the sauna, hot and cold tubs, with lakeside views as the Moon's shadow passes overhead.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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But among Gen Z, the backlash extends beyond economic and immigration policy.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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The request to unseal records from the Florida federal investigation came as the Trump administration responds to a growing backlash for its refusal to release the government’s voluminous files on Epstein -- months after U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi promised full transparency on the files.—
Ben Wieder,
Miami Herald,
24 July 2025
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While most people in Naperville with lead service lines are on a city waiting list for replacement, anyone who wants the work done more quickly can pay for it themselves and receive a rebate from the city.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
24 July 2025
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Singapore is trying to lift the fortunes of its stock exchange, including a 20% tax rebate for primary listings.—
Lionel Lim,
Fortune,
17 July 2025
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The hike comes with a rewarding payoff: The view of waters rushing off a cliff into a turquoise pool, a setting that's the crown jewel of the Havasupai Indian Reservation.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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Our favorite hues are mixed berries, cherry blossom, and primrose, all of which have an opaque finish with impressive color payoff.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
24 July 2025
Verb
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In the photo, Spieth and his children's hands can be seen touching the little one, who is resting while wearing a blue onesie with trucks printed on it.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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After taking a little extra time to rest up, the three-time Grammy winner kicked off her Las Vegas residency with a bang on Friday night.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
13 July 2025
Verb
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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
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Making the choice to be social is especially difficult at the end of an exhausting day when your impulse may be to veg out on the couch.—
Allie Volpe,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
Noun
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Cow's milk is the usual cause of milk allergy, but milk from sheep, goats, buffalo and other mammals also can cause a reaction.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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The reaction to a cyberattack started out well but eventually landed where everything else does: Mired in politics, not facts or solutions.—
Joanna Allhands,
AZCentral.com,
31 July 2025
Noun
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In metro Detroit, age 60, for a limited time, will give sexagenarians and older in the tri-county area free, roundtrip transportation and free or discount passes to participating cultural destinations, parks, campgrounds and recreation areas in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.—
Christina Hall,
Freep.com,
26 July 2025
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Plus, everything from hiking boots to fashionable sandals have received generous discounts for the summer, with the colorful Merrell Alpine 83 Sneaker Recraft Shoes topping our shopping list at just $75.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 July 2025
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“Kickback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kickback. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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