kick the habit
To recover from or quit an addiction or habit.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“I want to kick the habit of drinking too much coffee.”
“He finally decided to kick the habit after his doctor warned him about the health risks.”
“Although the process was physically demanding and mentally exhausting, she remained determined to kick the habit that had controlled her life for over a decade.”
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creature of habit
One who is prone to routine.
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force of habit
An act that has been repeated to the point where the performance of the act becomes automatic.
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get a kick out of
To be delighted by; to be amused by.
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get one's kicks
To enjoy oneself, to have a good time.
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kick a dog when it's down
To make things worse for someone in an adverse situation.
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kick ass
To win decisively.
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kick ass and take names
To beat someone in a competition, fight, or other situation.
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kick at an open door
To carry out a redundant activity.
Last updated August 10, 2026