Zoeken
to kick around
[phrase form: kick]
01
informeel bespreken, casual overleggen
to discuss or consider something in an informal and casual manner
Example
We 've been kicking around the idea of a road trip this summer.
Let 's kick around a few concepts before settling on a design for the project.
Before finalizing the menu, we 'll kick around different meal options with the team.
02
rondhangen, doelloos rondreizen
to travel from one location to another location without a specific purpose or plan
Example
During their gap year, they kicked around Asia, experiencing the diverse cultures and cuisines.
After college, she and her friends decided to kick around South America for a few months.
The retirees decided to kick around the RV circuit, exploring different states as they pleased.
03
slechte behandeling geven, schofferen
to subject someone to rough or unfair treatment
Example
No one should tolerate being kicked around in an abusive relationship.
After enduring years of being kicked around at that job, she finally decided to quit.
04
rondslingeren, ronddwalen
to be present but not actively used, often in a disorganized or casual manner
Example
The old furniture has been kicking around the garage for years.
There are some old books kicking around in the attic that I should probably donate.
I found a few tools kicking around in the garage, but I 'm not sure where they belong.
Voorbeeld
We've been kicking around the idea of a road trip this summer.
Let's kick around a few concepts before settling on a design for the project.
Before finalizing the menu, we'll kick around different meal options with the team.
