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catch some rays

Idioms  
  1. Sunbathe, as in I want a good tan so I think I'll go catch some rays. [Slang; second half of 1900s]


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Athletes who slather sunscreen on before a run, mothers who coat their children before outdoor play and people trying to catch some rays in the park all come home and wash it off.

From Washington Post Oct. 20, 2015

There’s plenty of room to lay out beach towels and catch some rays.

From Washington Post

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