as in relaxation
freedom from activity or labor
upon retiring, the elderly couple looked forward to a life of well-deserved leisure
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Recent Examples of leisure
PepsiCo sees Saudi Arabia and Gulf nations as some of its fastest-growing markets, as rapid social transformation, a young population, and expanding leisure options open new channels for its products.
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Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
The extensive outdoor living area, which boasts a large backyard and a two-story dock, offers waterfront access and leisure space.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
There was a fireplace with people sitting around, sipping drinks, and a lineup of precious mint-green bicycles, which visitors can use at their leisure to make their way around the grounds.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
There’s an ongoing drop in international visitors, leisure travel to Anaheim has been softening and a recession could be on the horizon.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for leisure
Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
The extensive outdoor living area, which boasts a large backyard and a two-story dock, offers waterfront access and leisure space.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
There was a fireplace with people sitting around, sipping drinks, and a lineup of precious mint-green bicycles, which visitors can use at their leisure to make their way around the grounds.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
There’s an ongoing drop in international visitors, leisure travel to Anaheim has been softening and a recession could be on the horizon.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for leisure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leisure
Noun
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Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques, such as meditation, yoga, and deep breathing exercises.—
Laura Dorwart,
Verywell Health,
7 Jan. 2026
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According to Amex, what unites these destinations is a desire for meaningful travel—whether through first-time adventures, cultural immersion, or settings that balance relaxation with a strong sense of place.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Plant dormancy is a type of physiological rest.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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On Thursday, tight end Hunter Henry (rest), right tackle (Morgan Moses (illness) and linebacker Robert Spillane (ankle) were all upgraded to full participation.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Friday night’s 2-1 loss against Leeds was the day the first shovels went into the ground as West Ham’s relegation resting place is constructed.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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While there aren’t any specific ghost tales associated with this cemetery, the grounds serve as the final resting place of several early park guests, staff, and Southern Sierra Miwok Nation community members.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Leisure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leisure. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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