Synonyms

take it easy

Idioms

Don't hurry, proceed at a comfortable pace, relax. For example, Take it easy—we don't have to be there till noon, or Bruce decided to take it easy this weekend and put off working on the house. [Mid-1800s]

Example Sentences

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take it easy

They are usually advised to take it easy for the next few days.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026

"I'm hoping to take it easy, whatever happens, happens," she said.

From BBC ● May 3, 2026

I’ll take it easy on the puns from here.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 7, 2026

It’s advisable to take it easy, though, both to enjoy the view and avoid an accident.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 29, 2025

Actually, he kinda wants you to take it easy on him.

From "Booked" by Kwame Alexander

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