Kick up your heels

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Meaning

To let loose and have fun, cutting free.

Origin

From 19th-century America, tied to reels; 'kick heels' meant dance, slang by 1850s for fun. A 1860 'Harper's' uses it for a spree.

Usage Examples

  • Kick up your heels-it's party time!
  • She kicked up her heels at the fest.
  • Kick up heels; let's dance tonight.

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