as in pursuit
an activity outside of one's regular occupation that is engaged in primarily for pleasure
his ranch is just a weekend hobby—he makes his real money as an investment banker
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Recent Examples of hobby
That includes their sister, who now only performs as a hobby.
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Peyton Dix, Them., 27 May 2025
Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)
Taking up a hobby can have a profound effect.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 26 May 2025
The company noticed and began to stock and promote kitty litter and dog toys as well as supplies for housing, feeding, and raising chickens, a new suburban hobby.
—Greg Petro, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Book categories include fiction, nonfiction, children’s, romance, hobby, travel, health and living, religion, textbooks, periodicals and cookbooks in both hardcover and paperback, the release said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2025
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Peyton Dix, Them., 27 May 2025
Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)
Taking up a hobby can have a profound effect.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 26 May 2025
The company noticed and began to stock and promote kitty litter and dog toys as well as supplies for housing, feeding, and raising chickens, a new suburban hobby.
—Greg Petro, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Book categories include fiction, nonfiction, children’s, romance, hobby, travel, health and living, religion, textbooks, periodicals and cookbooks in both hardcover and paperback, the release said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hobby
Noun
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Deputies began a pursuit of the driver, and Harrison officers assisted by pinning the vehicle, Graddy said.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2025
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In the pursuit of progress, asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.—
ByDr. Marita Kinney,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Add-ons include coverage for rental vehicles, pets, adventure sports and wedding cancellations Cancel For Any Reason coverage Add-on to Preferred and Deluxe plans reimbursing 50% of trip costs if purchased within 15 days of initial deposit.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
1 June 2025
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Cardoso feels her passing is the most underrated aspect of her game — and Vandersloot, one of the greatest passing guards in the history of the sport, agrees.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
31 May 2025
Noun
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These avocations can take many shapes—traveling, golf, time with family, snowboarding, knitting, hunting, gardening, fishing, church choir, college football, crossword puzzles, theater, cycling, and walking.—
Wes Moss,
Forbes,
17 Dec. 2024
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What began as an avocation turned into a serious occupation, as Fox Solomon turned to documenting the remnants of segregation visible in Chattanooga and across the South.—
Christina Cacouris,
The New Yorker,
24 Sep. 2024
Noun
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April’s report showed that job openings increased across most sectors, with some of the largest upswings seen in arts, entertainment and recreation; mining and logging; information; and professional and business services.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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Amid unsettling changes, Americans touted the curative powers of the natural world, fueling the call for outdoor exercise and recreation, and laying the groundwork for the astounding growth of national and state park tourism.—
Time,
Time,
3 June 2025
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Nintendo is capitalizing on the launch with the opening of a store in San Francisco and the Super Nintendo World amusement facility in Orlando, Florida, both set for this month.—
Ayaka Mcgill,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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The amusement part was divided into the Alpine Center, Water World and Motor World.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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“Hobby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hobby. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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