amusement

Spirits are a mixture of amusement and apprehension.

From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026

The state agency that inspects amusement parks, Cal/OSHA, said it “has opened an inspection into the reported incident involving the X2 roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain” that occurred July 5.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026

While experts played down the wider significance of the vote in a constituency that overwhelmingly backed Brexit a decade ago, the by-election has drawn international attention and amusement.

From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026

Readers who might be unaware of this facility should imagine an amusement park minus the fun and whimsy.

From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026

“Looks like you’re a regular here then,” said Razi, watching her with amusement.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook

One diarist, Samuel Bamford, gave up a warehouse job to become a weaver and wrote that the change gave him leisure time to enjoy “country amusements with the other young fellows.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 28, 2025

If the company was to lean into amusements at more pubs, Mr Mackenzie's CV may be an asset.

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2025

Robinson, who created MTV’s “Sweet/Vicious” and has helped shepherd a handful of other fluffy amusements, is a promising popcorn wit, deftly ensuring the tone is neither too sober nor too snide.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2025

Much like its kiddie counterpart, Chuck’s Arcade offers a blend of retro and modern amusements — classics like Donkey Kong and Mortal Kombat sit alongside newer fare like Halo and Connect Four Hoops.

From Salon ● Jul. 3, 2025

“Well, I like to hear about cricket and boating and hunting,” said Frank, who had not yet learned to suit his amusements to his strength.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott