359 Veg out

One Idiom One Day: Veg out

After a hard week, I like to veg out in front of the television during the weekend.

to stop working hard; to take things slow and easy; to relax and have all worries out of one’s mind

In common parlance a person would be referred to in a vegetative state when he has lost his mental capacity and ability to do things by himself. The phrase is milder version of that state which people choose in order to rejuvenate. This is a fairly modern phrase and originates in the late 90’s. The literary origin is not available but this phrase has been used by Julia Robert’s character in the film ‘Pretty Woman’.

E.g., I have decided to work hard until I turn 50 and then veg out and enjoy my life.

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