as in pursuits
an activity outside of one's regular occupation that is engaged in primarily for pleasure
photography is merely an avocation for me—I've never tried to make money off of it
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After losing 15 free agents, the Ravens really could use depth at just about every position, and a running back and punter feel like Day 3 pursuits.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026 -
Three Georgia State Patrol troopers who intentionally bumped vehicles or performed other maneuvers to stop vehicles during pursuits sought payouts afterward from the other driver's insurance, claiming personal injuries to supplement their paychecks, an internal investigation found.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Tailor Design to Life Stages The Early Years Kids pick up new hobbies and interests regularly.—
Maddie Topliff,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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As with all hobbies, picking out the tools is often the most fun part.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
20 Apr. 2026
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Saturday, May 2 Kentucky Derby The first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown, the Kentucky Derby takes place at Churchill Downs on Saturday in what’s known as the most exciting two minutes in sports.—
The Athletic Live Team,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Between gardening supplies, sports equipment, pool toys, and grilling necessities, backyard spaces can quickly get cluttered.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Avocations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avocations. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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