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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The duo became Instagram official in December, when Perry posted a collection of photos and videos from her time in Tokyo, which included quality time with her beau. Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 9 June 2026 Love is all about comfort, quality time and meaningful reassurance when Venus journeys through this Water sign. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026 Others, quality time, acts of service or thoughtful gifts. Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2026 Pick up a book from the on-site library and spend some quality time in a hammock, play some cornhole with your fellow travelers, unwind on the porch, and enjoy the complimentary breakfast, made fresh daily. Erinne Magee, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 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 14 Jun. 2026.

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