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recreation

[rek-ree-ey-shuhn] / ˌrɛk riˈeɪ ʃən /


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Coughran disappeared in the popular recreation area near Lake Tahoe just as a low-pressure system descended on the region, plunging temperatures to near freezing.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

“Outside, the expansive property offers room to unwind and enjoy existing patios, pool, and grounds for recreation, gardening, and family fun,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Roosevelt’s wife, Edith, concerned that he was working too hard, had a grass court built outside his office that he could use for his daily recreation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

The building will include a recreation of the basement studio where Let It Be was recorded, and the opportunity to relive the Beatles' iconic rooftop concert on exactly the spot where it happened.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

But he was a little dismayed that his schedule left no time, apparently, for recreation.

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry




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