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recreation

[rek-ree-ey-shuhn] / ˌrɛk riˈeɪ ʃən /


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A recreation director from Berwyn, Ill., the aforementioned Ray Clay, succeeded Mr. Edwards starting with the 1990-91 championship season.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

The list of problems facing Los Angeles’ network of parks and recreation facilities has been well documented, with many going unaddressed for years or even decades.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

Median scores for daily activities increased from 53 to 71.5, while sports and recreation scores rose from 15 to 36.

From Science Daily • Jun. 17, 2026

Elsewhere, the BLS pointed to the increasing cost of plane tickets, personal and medical care, recreation and communication.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

He took no rest, no recreation, and he became rich without pleasure and respected without friends.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck




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