Take five.

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10 July 2026

Take five.

We use this expression to tell people to stop doing an activity and relax for a period of about five minutes.

Written: No

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

Can we stop for a break soon, please?

Sure, take five, everybody.

Example 2

Well done, guys. You’ve worked hard. Let’s take five.

Anyone want a drink of water?

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