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to kick back
[phrase form: kick]
01
to suddenly move backward due to a strong impact or force
Intransitive
Examples
The explosive force made the door kick back, nearly hitting the person behind it.
02
to unwind and relax, often by engaging in leisure activities or resting
Intransitive
Examples
After a long day of hiking, they decided to kick back and enjoy the beautiful sunset.
03
to make an illegal or unethical payment, typically in exchange for favors, services, or influence
Transitive: to kick back a sum of money
Examples
The company 's executives were caught kicking back large sums of money to government officials in exchange for lucrative contracts.
