: something that amuses and serves to make time pass agreeably : diversion
Her favorite pastime is gardening.
Baseball has been a national pastime for many years.
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Baseball has been a national pastime for years.
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While looking after his infant son, Powell discovered a new pastime.
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James McNicholas, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
This is a common pastime, as chickens are raised in 13% of American households.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2025
Cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs is a pastime Paul has shared with his son, Jack.
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James McNicholas, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
This is a common pastime, as chickens are raised in 13% of American households.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2025
Cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs is a pastime Paul has shared with his son, Jack.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Cycling is a popular pastime, and mastering the trails at your favorite park or course is what mountain bikes are for.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
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“Pastime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pastime. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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pastime
noun
pas·time
ˈpas-ˌtīm 
: something that helps to make time pass agreeably
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