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Definition |
1) receiving illicit payments, 2) taking a
break from work |
Examples |
1) The corrupt politician was caught accepting
kickbacks in exchange for awarding lucrative contracts.
2) After a long day at work, she decided to
kick back and relax with a good book. |
Etymology |
The term originated from the physical
action of a firearm recoiling after being fired. Over time, it acquired
two distinct meanings related to illicit payments and relaxation. |
Synonyms |
1) Illicit payments: under the table money,
bribes. 2) Relaxation: unwinding, taking it easy. |
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