B2idiominformalhealthIELTS-friendly
recharge your batteries
USUK
to rest and relax so that you have energy again
Used about holidays, weekends and breaks from work or study, often after 'to' as the reason.
In context
After a stressful month, I went to Da Lat for a few days to recharge my batteries.
Everyone needs a quiet weekend now and then to recharge their batteries.
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