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escapism

[ih-skey-piz-uhm] / ɪˈskeɪ pɪz əm /


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To some, what we call the Great American Songbook is pure romantic escapism, mired in fantasy and pointedly unrealistic.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

Victor Diaz, a 24-year-old biologist, looked grave as he described the need for escapism.

From Barron's Jun. 14, 2026

But beyond the delicious escapism, Francis brings us a story that shows the beauty of building community and making space for yourself to belong.

From Los Angeles Times May 12, 2026

This is echoed by Tucci, who calls the film "a nice bit of escapism" at a time when "the world is in a very chaotic place".

From BBC May 1, 2026

She’s always worried about complaining or bringing too much real life into the escapism.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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