leisure
Example Sentences
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The author ties his root-and-branch critique of capitalism to a plea to “make modern life much more affordable than it is at present,” which he hopes will open more opportunities for enlightened leisure.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
“Rather, they mostly work in leisure, retail, construction and in-person services jobs.”
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
They are supposed to conduct various sporting, craft and leisure activities.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
“The collapse in entertainment and leisure hiring announcements is one of the clearest signals we have,” Challenger said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
I laid down, whilst I waited his leisure to attend to me, for I felt faint and a little sick.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
Vocabulary lists containing leisure
The Lazy, Hazy Days of Summer
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"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act IV
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"The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury
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