live a little
Take a risk
Live a little is an encouragement to be less cautious, to indulge or take risks you might normally avoid.
It's what someone says when urging you toward a second dessert, an impulsive purchase, or staying out late: Come on, live a little—one more drink won't hurt.
The phrase gently suggests you're being too restrained or missing out on life's pleasures.
- enjoyTake pleasure in
- have funExperience enjoyment actively
- have a ballEnjoy oneself greatly
- savorEnjoy with full attention
- treat yourselfAllow personal indulgence
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- relaxationrelax, naps, break, rest, calm
- indulgenceindulgence, indulge, indulgent, self-indulgent, overindulgence
live a littleplay it safe
Avoid unnecessary chances
be careful · err on the side of caution · keep your head down · don't rock the boat · better safe than sorry
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Deliberately not do
tighten your belt · toe the line · act your age · get serious · buckle down
live a littlewatch out
Warning to be careful
slow down · hold your horses · pump the brakes · rein it in · be careful
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