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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In the carousel of images, Yarmosky, 39, steers the boat and smiles as the pair enjoy some quality time together. Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026 The siblings are hoping for a family that will offer quality time, structure and support and celebrate their interests, cheer on their goals and create new traditions together. The Star, Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2026 The trio has also spent quality time with Hadid’s boyfriend, Bradley Cooper. Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 4 Sep. 2026 Sunny Smiles Hudson spent quality time with Bingham and Rani in Greece while waiting for Ryder to join the party. Emy Lacroix, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 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 13 Sep. 2026.

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