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as in amusement
the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public
we didn't stay for the featured entertainment because we don't care for comedy acts the film is purely for entertainment and not meant to be taken seriously
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as in recreation
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
what do you do for entertainment in this town?
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Recent Examples of entertainment
Jobs involving arts, entertainment and recreation were up 12,900 over the year.
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Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
But building one of the biggest multibillion-dollar entertainment businesses born out of social media has taken a toll on his time.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026
Book the Bluebird early, let Lower Broadway be your free entertainment and explore East Nashville for the real local vibe.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Chloe Melas Chloe Melas is an entertainment correspondent for NBC News.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 8 Apr. 2026
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Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
But building one of the biggest multibillion-dollar entertainment businesses born out of social media has taken a toll on his time.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026
Book the Bluebird early, let Lower Broadway be your free entertainment and explore East Nashville for the real local vibe.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Chloe Melas Chloe Melas is an entertainment correspondent for NBC News.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertainment
Noun
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The thread, originally posted by user SxnKisss, reflects a broader mix of amusement and skepticism.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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But then Bennett later pulled the same trick at the Beverly Hilton hotel, to McCartney’s amusement.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
29 Mar. 2026
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After about an hour and a half of debate, Overland Park will move forward with a recreation master plan that includes a proposal for a new neighborhood pool north of Interstate 435, despite some officials’ concerns that the city isn’t in a position to promise such an amenity.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2026
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The park runs along the Los Angeles River and the 710 Freeway and contains a river parkway, walking trails, freshwater wetlands and open space for recreation.—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Apr. 2026
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Character names fade, plot twists dissolve, but the enjoyment of the moment remains.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Apr. 2026
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Attempts at policing enjoyment led to the suppression of longtime carnival customs.—
Tim Brinkhof,
JSTOR Daily,
1 Apr. 2026
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Home and family are your main focus; nevertheless, romance and playful diversions also appeal to you.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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But diversion programs can cost innocent people time and money, through no fault of their own.—
Holly Yan,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2026
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Both assist with the production of collagen and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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That’s impressive production for the 6-foot-2, 234-pound defender.—
Mike Kaye
April 6,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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Soderbergh extracts some fun from the ensuing cat-and-mouse logistics, from Lori’s meticulous duplication of the Christophers to Julian’s efforts to bluff her into admitting her true intentions.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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Emotions could impact your plans for fun!—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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To some umps’ great dismay—and fans’ utter delight—calls are indeed getting overturned, with all the suspense of a Roman emperor deciding on a gladiator’s fate.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
8 Apr. 2026
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The plush spa wrap is the ultimate après-shower delight made with ultra-soft fabric.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Grab any chance to travel for pleasure or talk to people from other cultures.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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How can a novelist address our current moment without sacrificing the pleasures of fiction?—
Francine Prose,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Entertainment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entertainment. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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