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Kick your heels

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Passive WaitingPlay
Used when someone waits without actively doing anything else, often out of necessity. SlideStuck in a traffic jam, she had no choice but to kick her heels.
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Frustration ImpliedPlay
May imply irritation or impatience because of the delay. SlideThey were kicking their heels as the meeting was postponed again.
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Informal SituationsPlay
Commonly used in casual or informal contexts rather than formal or professional ones. SlideWe'll just be kicking our heels until the band starts playing.