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What does “put your feet up” mean?
Meaning, example sentence and a quick practice question.
C1
To relax, especially by sitting or lying down
“Just put your feet up. I'll make dinner.”
Say it smoothly: “pu-cher-feetup”
From the C1 lesson Time to Spare (free time and hobbies).
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What does “put your feet up” mean?
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