as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
an extremely serious scientist who is not much given to dalliance or idle chitchat
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Recent Examples of dalliance
Right-hander Garrett Whitlock is a full-time reliever again after dalliances in the starting rotation in the past three years.
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Daniel R. Epstein, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
And this was no fleeting dalliance, but a relationship of real meaning, as evidenced by the 50-year-old cheering them on inside the Allianz Arena last month, as PSG finally won a first Champions League, demolishing Inter Milan 5-0 in the process.
—Glen Levy, CNN Money, 30 June 2025
The 32-team Club World Cup that begins Saturday night in Miami Gardens, Fla., will count as a large step up from those dalliances.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2025
And, much like Snoop Dogg’s mediocre Iz It a Crime, Wayne only makes glancing mention of his dalliance with Donald Trump.
—Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2025
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Daniel R. Epstein, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
And this was no fleeting dalliance, but a relationship of real meaning, as evidenced by the 50-year-old cheering them on inside the Allianz Arena last month, as PSG finally won a first Champions League, demolishing Inter Milan 5-0 in the process.
—Glen Levy, CNN Money, 30 June 2025
The 32-team Club World Cup that begins Saturday night in Miami Gardens, Fla., will count as a large step up from those dalliances.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2025
And, much like Snoop Dogg’s mediocre Iz It a Crime, Wayne only makes glancing mention of his dalliance with Donald Trump.
—Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dalliance
Noun
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These 10 items help create a sanctuary that reduces stress and promotes relaxation.—
Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Practicing answers, rehearsing entry and exit routines, and using relaxation techniques can help candidates present calmer faces during interviews.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
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The rising tide of active Americans is lifting the boats of the recreation sector.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
14 Aug. 2025
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The following recreation sites and Forest Service roads are temporarily closed for fire personnel and public safety.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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This isn’t a report by the fun police: Twelfth Night is bursting with life and humor and should by no means be a moody slog, but Ali’s production is too intent on jollying us along.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
22 Aug. 2025
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There is nothing more fun than a Sunday afternoon in fall with a cold drink, good snack and your favorite NFL team on TV.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Meanwhile, there are vast numbers of people who would like to put together songs from clips and samples, either for their own amusement or for commercial reasons.—
Trevor Clawson,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Many viewers took to the comments to share their amusement at the canine's antics.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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And as the music industry continues to not only grow but expand its boundaries beyond one genre or one outlet, entertainment numbers overall are also seeing double-digit increases in industries like film and video production.—
Melonee Hurt,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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Oktoberfest 2025: German food, beer, live music and entertainment for the entire family all day long both indoors and outdoors.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
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The enjoyment from a car feature like more horsepower or a panoramic sunroof can’t be reinvested in the same way.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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Or, short of that, a visit that’s rooted in mutual enjoyment and the easy compromises that go along with it.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Dalliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dalliance. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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