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recreation

[rek-ree-ey-shuhn] / ˌrɛk riˈeɪ ʃən /


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“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

Resident Juliet Chambers wanted to legally challenge Lambeth Council over its decision to use parts of the park for the events, due to start in May, saying it had misinterpreted the word "recreation".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Already known for outdoor recreation like mountain biking and hiking, the village could also become a model for clean energy innovation.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

And now, amid the prairie, appears the recreation vehicle belonging to Myron and Sylvia Bresnick, of Pelham, New York.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides




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