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escapism

[ih-skey-piz-uhm] / ɪˈskeɪ pɪz əm /


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“We certainly are living in a time where we have enough we can look around and feel pessimistic,” Tarses said, “but I don’t think this is escapism, and I don’t really see this as aspirational.”

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

"We just tried to provide that escapism and keep people going through it".

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Movies and other forms of entertainment thrived in tough economic times by appealing to people’s need for escapism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

And then I get to wear this gold one on the beach where she gets to let loose and ride off into the sunset when she’s an actress that probably doesn’t get that escapism.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

The flickering images offered escapism and a muscular dose of patriotism.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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