take a walk

Perambulate the neighborhood

Take a walk means to go for a leisurely stroll, usually on foot and without urgent purpose: Let's take a walk around the neighborhood.

The phrase often implies getting fresh air or clearing one's head.

To tell someone to take a walk is to dismiss them rudely—get lost, go away: When he asked for a refund, they told him to take a walk.

Related
  • ambleRelaxed, slow gait
  • saunterRelaxed, aimless stride
  • wanderMove without fixed direction
  • strollRelaxed walk for enjoyment
  • hikeExtended walk outdoors

go · around the block · hit the pavement · get some air · grounding · forest bathing · urban exploration · promenade · beachcombing · break free · stress relief · escape · park · solitude · stride · relaxation · footsteps · ambulation

Opposites
locomotion mode

take a walksprint

Brief maximum-speed effort

dash · run · race · bolt · charge

activity vs. stillness

take a walkstay put

Remain in place

stand still · sit down · lie down · rest · sit still

leisure activity type

take a walkveg out

Relax completely, slangily

stay indoors · take a nap · binge-watch

Family

take, walk, taken, walking, taking, walker, takes, retake, taker

Familiarity
Top 10,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G