as in entertainment
an activity that allows people to forget about the real problems of life
The movie is pure escapism. Reading romantic novels is for her a form of escapism.
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Recent Examples of escapism
With Trump in office, the ever-reactive entertainment business will internalize some of the culture’s rightward shift, mostly by focusing on producing nonpartisan escapism.
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Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
Anime, specifically, has always been about escapism, and to combine anime with a pre-smartphone past just feels like a warm nostalgia bath.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
There’s no real need to reflect that in every video game though, however, especially when escapism is becoming harder and harder to actually render when the outside world is burning all the time.
—Ryan Easby, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2024
Instead, Linklater’s Hit Man offers nearly two hours of pure escapism that many of us need.
—Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
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Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
Anime, specifically, has always been about escapism, and to combine anime with a pre-smartphone past just feels like a warm nostalgia bath.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
There’s no real need to reflect that in every video game though, however, especially when escapism is becoming harder and harder to actually render when the outside world is burning all the time.
—Ryan Easby, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2024
Instead, Linklater’s Hit Man offers nearly two hours of pure escapism that many of us need.
—Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for escapism
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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 official website for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which tech billionaire Elon Musk heads, was reportedly hacked on Friday, sending waves of confusion and amusement through the internet.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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There’s no shortage of diversions and amusements to fill your Sunday afternoon.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
9 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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Medical retreats are often located in tranquil settings—think serene beaches, lush forests, or peaceful mountains—that naturally promote relaxation.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, magnesium aids in calming the nervous system by regulating neurotransmitters, which can improve sleep quality and relaxation.—
Jennifer Shanker,
Flow Space,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Escapism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escapism. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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