vicarious

Example Sentences

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From some angles, this vicarious pleasure might confirm our worst suspicions that for women, middle age signals the decline after the peak.

From New York Times

“It’s vicarious,” Mr. Goldstein said, trying to explain why a 50-year-old French film starring actors who were largely unknown in America has been such a hit.

From New York Times

Addiction experts and harm-reduction specialists said this misconception can delay lifesaving help during overdoses and cause emergency responders to report vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue and panic attacks brought on by fear of the drug.

From New York Times

In the era of screens and of vicarious watching and global live broadcasts, three simple words, "I was there," still hold power — even if you're one of the ones who aren't.

From Fox News

In the era of screens and of vicarious watching and global live broadcasts, three simple words, “I was there,” still hold power — even if you’re one of the ones who aren’t.

From Seattle Times