as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
an extremely serious scientist who is not much given to dalliance or idle chitchat
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Recent Examples of dalliance
The story line is primarily a way to explore Annie’s insecurities, with Hughie made to feel guilty and regretful about his dalliance with the doppelgänger instead of ever getting to process his own reaction to the revelation.
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Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
His dalliances with the psychedelic drug DMT and his experiments with holistic treatment modalities have mushroomed into anti-vax rhetoric and aggressive scientific skepticism.
—Brady Brickner-Wood, The New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2025
Apparently creepy old Jame Eagan has many dalliances that are cleaned up using severance technology (among other means, no doubt).
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
On a show where couples are breaking up over sexuality, finances, and the pressures of an accelerated timeline, these two ended their little dalliance over Taylor not showing her freckles enough.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2025
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Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
His dalliances with the psychedelic drug DMT and his experiments with holistic treatment modalities have mushroomed into anti-vax rhetoric and aggressive scientific skepticism.
—Brady Brickner-Wood, The New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2025
Apparently creepy old Jame Eagan has many dalliances that are cleaned up using severance technology (among other means, no doubt).
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
On a show where couples are breaking up over sexuality, finances, and the pressures of an accelerated timeline, these two ended their little dalliance over Taylor not showing her freckles enough.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dalliance
Noun
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There's a mix of on-the-beach relaxation (pet-friendly!) and off-the-beach amusements, such as go-kart tracks, a handful of mini-golf courses, a number of ice cream shops, and good restaurants.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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Each packet of Off Duty contains a gentle dose (5mg THC + 5mg CBD), ensuring a soothing state of calm and relaxation.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The launchable model is a detailed recreation of the Falcon 9 and retails for $149.99.—
Space.com Staff,
Space.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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Mendoza, in collaboration with Civil War director Alex Garland, was intentional about filming the movie as true to the real scenario as possible, transporting the audience into a recreation of the mission.—
Rebecca Aizin,
People.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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To say more would spoil the fun, but what this film demonstrates clearly is the exceptional filmmaking talent of Coogler and his team, mostly who all worked on his other films.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Par 3 Contest is a family-friendly affair that blends lighthearted fun with competitive spirit, offering a unique prelude to the intense battle for the green jacket.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There's a mix of on-the-beach relaxation (pet-friendly!) and off-the-beach amusements, such as go-kart tracks, a handful of mini-golf courses, a number of ice cream shops, and good restaurants.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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This massive endeavor, which officially opens May 22, is a way for Universal to showcase and monetize its diverse library of franchises and bolster its amusements business.—
Sarah Whitten,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2025
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Formerly an entertainment venue and public garden in the late 1800s, Zhang Yuan later became a residential area until the government took over in 2018.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The production house’s scripted entertainment credits include Varsity Blues, Coach Carter, One Tree Hill and Smallville.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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That collection of feelings is called anhedonia—basically a loss of enjoyment.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
6 Apr. 2025
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The show was short-lived, but there was true porcine enjoyment in watching this beloved Muppet get her own talk show.—
James Mercadante,
EW.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Dalliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dalliance. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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