take it easy

idiom · idiom

Formstakes it easy, taking it easy, took it easy, taken it easy

3 meanings of take it easy

1
idiomcolloquialintransitive
To relax and rest, avoiding exertion or stress for a time.
Like coasting downhill on a bike without pedaling.
He decided to take it easy for the rest of the afternoon.
The coach told the players to take it easy during recovery week.
Similarrelax, chill, rest
2
idiomcolloquial
A casual, friendly expression used to say goodbye to someone.
Take it easy, man. Catch you later.
She grabbed her coat, called out "Take it easy!" and headed for her car.
Similarbye, later, cheers
3
idiomcolloquialintransitive
To treat someone gently and with understanding rather than harshly.
Like sanding wood lightly so you don't gouge the surface.
Go ahead and take it easy on him. It was his first mistake.
The referee took it easy on the younger players, overlooking their minor fouls.

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Origin

Formed from "take easy" combined with "it".