quality time

noun

: time spent giving all of one's attention to someone who is close (such as one's child)
Dad and I spent some quality time together.

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Balen is looking for a family that enjoys spending quality time together, going on outings and participating in activities as a family. The Star, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2026 For most, Memorial Day is for quality time, soaking up the sun, and resting. Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 May 2026 Luxury Spa Amenities at Canyon Ranch For pairs who want the full resort experience, the Mother-Daughter Spa Getaway at Canyon Ranch — available in Tucson, Arizona, and Lenox, Massachusetts — is built around quality time, fostering a deeper connection and discovering new experiences together. Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026 After some quality time together on Lake Minnetonka last weekend, members of the Minnesota Wild are headed off in all directions to spend the summer months. Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for quality time

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“Quality time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quality%20time. Accessed 31 May. 2026.

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