plural hobbies
: a small Old World falcon (Falco subbuteo) that is dark blue above and white below with dark streaking on the breast
plural hobbies
: a pursuit outside one's regular occupation engaged in especially for relaxation
Writing is just a hobby of his.
Her hobbies include gardening and bird-watching.
Examples of hobby in a Sentence
Noun (2)
his ranch is just a weekend hobby—he makes his real money as an investment banker
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Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
As a child, Brittney Boykin had a flair for songwriting, penning melodies in a binder as a hobby.
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Expenses for travel, hobbies, dining out and maintaining multiple homes typically decrease as you age.
—Sheryl Rowling, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
While outdoor hobbies may be a priority for many, others may also need to consider how this location would impact their work—and their bank account.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Despite the tumultuous astrology of the moment, this wouldn’t be the worst time to be far from home or your normal routine, or even just pouring more love into your creations and hobbies.
—Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
As a child, Brittney Boykin had a flair for songwriting, penning melodies in a binder as a hobby.
—Deasia Paige, AJC.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Expenses for travel, hobbies, dining out and maintaining multiple homes typically decrease as you age.
—Sheryl Rowling, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
While outdoor hobbies may be a priority for many, others may also need to consider how this location would impact their work—and their bank account.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for hobby
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“Hobby.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hobby. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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