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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
Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
This has a similar curved design, and the chenille-like fabric lends this a coziness for kicking back and curling up.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
Anna McAllister, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Clase allegedly began to request and receive bribes and kickback payments for agreeing to throw the specific pitches in April, according to the indictment.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
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Verb
Cher’s adult son Elijah Blue Allman busted into a New Hampshire home over the weekend, and then kicked back on the couch with a cigarette, police said.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
This has a similar curved design, and the chenille-like fabric lends this a coziness for kicking back and curling up.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
Noun
Investigators say the condo's property manager, Francisco Obispo, 37, hired Jose Hernandez Aguiar, a maintenance worker, in a kickback scheme to give themselves tens of thousands of dollars that were meant for building renovations that were badly needed.
—Anna McAllister, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Clase allegedly began to request and receive bribes and kickback payments for agreeing to throw the specific pitches in April, according to the indictment.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kick back
Verb
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Meditation exercises can set the stage for a good night’s sleep, and an inexpensive noise machine can help with relaxing sounds.—
Sharon Basaraba,
Verywell Health,
3 Apr. 2026
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Following the ride, we were treated to a charcuterie spread, champagne and a campfire to unwind and relax after our outing on the trails.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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There was backlash online to the clip, as some fans felt the team shouldn’t mislead anyone willing to show up and watch the 17-59 team.—
Bennett Conlin,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Apr. 2026
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That’s why a grassroots backlash to Big Tech is growing.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2026
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Before planting, Smee and his husband applied for a turf removal rebate from Glendale Water and Power, which gives homeowners $3 per square foot for replacing turf with drought-tolerant and native plants and for installing irrigation and a rainwater capture system.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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State officials are also discussing possible rebate checks for taxpayers to help blunt high energy costs.—
Matthew Daly,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2026
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The point is the flattering below-shoulder length—and the aesthetic payoff with minimal maintenance.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
1 Apr. 2026
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The executors have responded by arguing that the application of their expertise to other productions about the singer has already provided a huge payoff to the estate.—
Naomi Cahn,
The Conversation,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After beating Atlanta last Friday without Jaylen Brown and Charlotte on Sunday without Brown and Derrick White, Boston flopped in a rematch with the Hawks, losing 112-102 without a crew of contributors headlined by a resting Jayson Tatum.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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The project has dragged on for four years, and Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga, founder of a farmworker advocacy group called ALAS, said the problem at 555 Kelly rests at the local level.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
30 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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And early reaction to RetroCast has been largely positive, especially among millennials who grew up with the original format.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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The news upended family plans, elicited national reaction and drew out some protesters, including Marine veterans.—
Betsy Badell,
NBC news,
3 Apr. 2026
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Six ways to file your taxes for free Amazon Prime is offering a 20-cent-per-gallon discount.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
3 Apr. 2026
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Even with membership discounts, refueling in Hong Kong cost 15% more than before the war for Jason Kan, an independent commercial consultant in the city who drives a compact hatchback.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Kick back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kick%20back. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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