take a break take a break {v. phr.} To have a brief rest period during the course of one's work. "You've worked hard. It's time to take a break," the boss said. Categories: add yours time {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2025 To section: T Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Post my comment