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
The Bird Buddy Smart Feeder Pro is perfect for all you bird lovers looking to take your hobby to the next level.
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Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
MacIntyre has also had to adjust to the fact that what was once his hobby is now his profession, and he’s had to consciously find ways of falling back in love with the game.
—Don Riddell, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Similarly, furniture with storage, such as an open-top ottoman or stylish cabinet, can be used to store hobby supplies inconspicuously.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2025
What started as a hobby turned into growing grapes and eventually starting a thriving business.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
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Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
MacIntyre has also had to adjust to the fact that what was once his hobby is now his profession, and he’s had to consciously find ways of falling back in love with the game.
—Don Riddell, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Similarly, furniture with storage, such as an open-top ottoman or stylish cabinet, can be used to store hobby supplies inconspicuously.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2025
What started as a hobby turned into growing grapes and eventually starting a thriving business.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hobby
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hobby
Noun
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Smith, who ran her own pet grooming business, devoted herself entirely to Piper’s pageant pursuits.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The mind subconsciously shifts from pursuit to prevention.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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From the October 2011 issue: The scandal of NCAA college sports Wade arrived with a small entourage (the Chick-fil-A was for them), and the room buzzed.—
D. Watkins,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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Held at the London West Hollywood, the event honored Miller, the founding chair of the entertainment and sports law department at Fox Rothschild, for his continued excellence and commitment to the community.—
Lauren Coates,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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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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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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What went into the recreation of that opening scene?—
Samantha Highfill,
EW.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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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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“Hobby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hobby. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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