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
This could resurrect old flames from the dead, as well as lead to unexpected dalliances with the biggest rake in town.
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Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
When Cutler replies that Andy did in fact know, Martha dismisses her own affairs as minor dalliances.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
No one exemplifies the boom and bust – the flash and dalliances with the justice system – of the American Dream more than President Trump.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Otherwise, Mohawk’s dalliance with bitcoin mining will become a cautionary tale.
—Joel Khalili, WIRED, 21 Oct. 2024
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Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
When Cutler replies that Andy did in fact know, Martha dismisses her own affairs as minor dalliances.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
No one exemplifies the boom and bust – the flash and dalliances with the justice system – of the American Dream more than President Trump.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Otherwise, Mohawk’s dalliance with bitcoin mining will become a cautionary tale.
—Joel Khalili, WIRED, 21 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for dalliance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dalliance
Noun
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Best Amazon Self-Care Gifts Give the gift of relaxation this Valentine’s Day with these self care finds from $9.—
Alicia Geigel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2025
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The soaking scene has been around in Portland for about a decade, and health clubs such as Knot Springs have long attracted those in need of relaxation.—
Amanda Calnan Vowels,
AFAR Media,
30 Jan. 2025
Noun
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To the south, Yellowstone, a nearly 3,500-square-mile wilderness recreation area, sitting atop a volcanic hot spot, is a nature lover’s nirvana.—
Lynn O'Rourke Hayes,
Boston Herald,
2 Feb. 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,
1 Feb. 2025
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Reynolds has been with the organization for nine years and says Swift has brought a fun, new energy to the team.—
Ehsan Kassim,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Does giving up a Saturday morning to be a youth official seem like fun to you?—
Colin Fleming,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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But there are more days filled with laughter, normal routines of work and school, milestones, amusement, and optimistic expectation.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
1 Feb. 2025
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Wackiness treads a fine line between amusement and cringe.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
28 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The water park is part of a larger entertainment zone called Nickelodeon Place, where your kids can meet the Paw Patrol pups and other favorite characters.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
10 Feb. 2025
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Moore, who was visibly stunned to accept her award, delivered a heartfelt speech highlighting her 45 years in the entertainment industry.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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The Puppy Bowl is not just for the puppies' enjoyment and viewers' entertainment but also promotes pet adoption by featuring rescue dogs.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
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His accounts of natural disasters are leavened not only by the imaginary disasters in his purview but also by his obvious enjoyment of them.—
Arthur Krystal,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Dalliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dalliance. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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