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Everyday Life - Resting & Relaxing

Dive into English idioms regarding rest and relaxation, like "blow away the cobwebs" and "smell the roses".

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to [kick] {one's} feet up

to lie on a sofa, bed, etc. in order to become less tense or anxious

Ex: After work, I just want to kick my feet up on the sofa. 
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to [smell] the roses

to take moment to relax and appreciate what life has to offer, particularly when one is feeling overwhelmed

Ex: You work too much; stop and smell the roses. 
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second wind

the renewal of one's energy or endurance that allows one to continue or start over a physical exertion

Ex: Halfway through the race, she got her second wind. 
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to [max] and [relax]

to give one's best effort in work or activities, followed by taking time to rest

Ex: We maxed and relaxed: finished the project, then spent the evening on the couch. 
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to [recharge] {one's} batteries

to relax and take a rest in order to recover one's lost energy

Ex: I need a quiet weekend to recharge my batteries. 
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to [stretch] {one's} legs

to go for a walk, particularly after spending a long time sitting in one spot

Ex: After three hours on the bus, we stopped to stretch our legs. 
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to [let] {oneself} go

to behave in a way one desires without worrying about other's opinions

Ex: At the party, she finally let herself go and danced all night. 
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to [let] {one's} hair down

to behave in a comfortable manner, without worrying about one's problems or other people's opinions

Ex: After a long week, she went out with friends to let her hair down. 
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to [blow|clear] away the cobwebs

to refresh oneself, usually by going outside or doing some physical activities

Ex: I went for a walk to clear away the cobwebs. 
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(ready|fit) to drop

fully drained of strength and energy

Ex: After the twelve-hour shift, I was ready to drop. 
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dead on {one's} feet

extremely tired

Ex: She was dead on her feet after the double shift. 
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to [breathe] a sigh of relief

to feel relief or relaxation because a period of worry, stress, or anticipation has passed

Ex: When the doctor said it was nothing serious, we breathed a sigh of relief. 
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