leisureliness
noun
Examples of leisurely in a Sentence
Adverb
the old hound dog leisurely sauntered over to his water bowl to take a drink
Adjective
They strolled along at a leisurely pace.
proceeding in a leisurely fashion
After a leisurely lunch, we went to see a movie.
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Joie Probst, Midwest Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Leo Rising April is a big travel month for you, and the energy surrounding it is purposeful rather than leisurely.
—Kirah Tabourn, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2026
Lightweight and breathable, this set is perfect for exploring new places or enjoying a leisurely afternoon.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
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Adverb
Stroll leisurely to admire the wide variety of wildflowers that grow along the ledges or dare to dip below the dramatic quartz and sandstone into the narrow crevices of the cliffs.
—Joie Probst, Midwest Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Leo Rising April is a big travel month for you, and the energy surrounding it is purposeful rather than leisurely.
—Kirah Tabourn, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Settle in at Down on Grayson on the outskirts of the Pearl Brewery area for a leisurely afternoon with a gorgeous patio, creative cocktails and American fare.
—Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2026
Lightweight and breathable, this set is perfect for exploring new places or enjoying a leisurely afternoon.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Leisurely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leisurely. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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