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catch some rays
USUK
to sit or lie in the sun, usually on holiday
Casual and cheerful. The neutral verb is 'sunbathe'.
In context
We spent the afternoon catching some rays on the beach in Phu Quoc.
Northern visitors love to catch some rays, while locals stay in the shade.
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