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to kick one's feet up
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to lie on a sofa, bed, etc. in order to become less tense or anxious
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "kick one's feet up" and when to use it?
The idiom "kick one's feet up" has its origin in the literal action of putting one's feet up on a footrest or similar piece of furniture, often associated with relaxation and leisure. Over time, the expression has become symbolic of taking it easy, finding relaxation, or enjoying some downtime.
Examples
After such a long week, all I wanted to do for the evening was kick my feet up and watch some movies with a big bowl of popcorn.
He's kicking his feet up onto the blankets, not even bothering to take off his shoes.
