Put your feet up Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To relax, especially by sitting or lying down and lifting your feet off the ground, often after being tired or working hard.
Usage & Nuances
This is an informal expression used to encourage someone to rest, often after hard work. Usually not literal—no need to physically lift your feet unless relaxing at home. Commonly used with 'just', 'time to', or after 'hard day'.
Example Sentences
After cleaning the house, she likes to put her feet up and read a book.
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You’ve worked hard today. Go put your feet up for a while.
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When he got home, he just wanted to put his feet up and watch TV.
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It’s the weekend—time to put your feet up and forget about work.
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Come on over! We can put our feet up and catch up.
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After a long flight, all I wanted was to put my feet up and do nothing.
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