as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
an extremely serious scientist who is not much given to dalliance or idle chitchat
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Recent Examples of dalliance
The idea being sold to American voters right now that somehow Vladimir Putin is out to get Hillary Clinton is a manufactured political lie so Clinton can talk about how dangerous Trump’s dalliances with Putin are.
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Capital Flows, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
The story line is primarily a way to explore Annie’s insecurities, with Hughie made to feel guilty and regretful about his dalliance with the doppelgänger instead of ever getting to process his own reaction to the revelation.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
His dalliances with the psychedelic drug DMT and his experiments with holistic treatment modalities have mushroomed into anti-vax rhetoric and aggressive scientific skepticism.
—Brady Brickner-Wood, The New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2025
And yet Dylan’s own dalliances with substances started soon afterward, beginning with an interest in booze and weed and escalating very quickly to a dependence on Oxy 80s.
—Barrett Swanson, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Capital Flows, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
The story line is primarily a way to explore Annie’s insecurities, with Hughie made to feel guilty and regretful about his dalliance with the doppelgänger instead of ever getting to process his own reaction to the revelation.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
His dalliances with the psychedelic drug DMT and his experiments with holistic treatment modalities have mushroomed into anti-vax rhetoric and aggressive scientific skepticism.
—Brady Brickner-Wood, The New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2025
And yet Dylan’s own dalliances with substances started soon afterward, beginning with an interest in booze and weed and escalating very quickly to a dependence on Oxy 80s.
—Barrett Swanson, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dalliance
Noun
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Outside, the terrace stretches toward the sea, offering multiple lounging and dining areas designed for relaxation and entertaining.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
25 Mar. 2025
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Add a pinch of salt for purification, rosemary for protection, rose petals for love and beauty, cinnamon for prosperity and lavender for relaxation and peace.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Visitation, recreation and education are not allowed at the mega-prison, says Bukele, who has shared numerous other videos of how roughly prisoners are treated.—
Josh Meyer,
USA TODAY,
22 Mar. 2025
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The launchable model is a detailed recreation of the Falcon 9 and retails for $149.99.—
Space.com Staff,
Space.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Explore Anna Maria Island Orlando Known as the theme park capital of the world, Central Florida bursts with family-friendly fun.—
Lisa A. Beach,
Southern Living,
30 Mar. 2025
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During his debut appearance, Wallen also appeared in a sketch poking fun at the controversy surrounding him when he was photographed partying and not wearing a mask in Alabama.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
30 Mar. 2025
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Her attorneys said the first responders had no legitimate business reason for doing so and instead were violating her privacy rights by using the photos as souvenirs or objects of amusement.—
James Powel,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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Lochlan obliged and gave Saxon a peck, before leaning back in and grabbing his brother's neck for a full makeout, much to Chloe and Chelsea’s amusement.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
17 Mar. 2025
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Sign up for my newsletter for more reviews and commentary on entertainment and culture.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Some members of the association were privately concerned about the optics of a comedian who is harshly critical of Trump serving as the evening’s entertainment, televised and streamed live in prime time.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2025
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This behavior not only disrupts the performers' experience but also detracts from the enjoyment of other attendees.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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There are no limits to the enjoyment these Tawny Ports can bring.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Dalliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dalliance. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.
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