Idiom
let's shoot the breeze
To have a relaxed, informal conversation, usually about unimportant things.
Meanings
To talk informally and pleasantly about unimportant topics.
Definition
“Let's shoot the breeze” means “let’s chat casually” with no serious purpose. People use it to suggest a friendly, relaxed conversation, often to pass time. It can happen anywhere, like at work, at a party, or on the phone.
Examples
- After the meeting, let's shoot the breeze for a few minutes.
- We grabbed coffee and said, 'let's shoot the breeze' before heading back to work.
- If you have time later, let's shoot the breeze and catch up.
- They stayed after dinner to shoot the breeze in the living room.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use it for serious discussions, but it usually refers to light, casual talk.
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