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escapism

[ih-skey-piz-uhm] / ɪˈskeɪ pɪz əm /


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To some, what we call the Great American Songbook is pure romantic escapism, mired in fantasy and pointedly unrealistic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

Its reality format allows for perfect projection and escapism: no coordinating specialists and home care agencies, certainly no paternal tantrums.

From Salon • Jun. 15, 2026

But some opt for less physically demanding escapism in the form of "congklak" -- a counting game using seeds or stones -- or "bola bekel", similar to jacks.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

But beyond the delicious escapism, Francis brings us a story that shows the beauty of building community and making space for yourself to belong.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

She’s always worried about complaining or bringing too much real life into the escapism.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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