amusement
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Areas of the services sector that were particularly hard hit included arts and entertainment, sports activities and amusement and recreation activities.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
Schrader read portions aloud with a mixture of amusement and faint alarm.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
The resorts, hotels, amusement parks and other activity centers in that category are known for giving jobs to young workers.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
Under Jackson’s ownership, the compound once held as many as 22 structures, including a zoo with exotic animals, amusement park rides, and landscaping that spelled out the word “Neverland.”
From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026
At first Nick was amused that I wouldn’t see a doctor, but as the illness progressed his amusement turned to worry, then confusion.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
Vocabulary lists containing amusement
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 1
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Enjoy! Synonyms for "Pleasure"
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