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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Noun
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Paintbox, the brand’s signature kid’s program, includes educational (animal print tracking) and active (obstacle courses) outdoor pursuits.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
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Gracynn displays professional and academic dedication in the classroom and extracurricular pursuits, instructor Jason Logan said.—
Andy Humbles,
Nashville Tennessean,
20 Feb. 2026
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Many of the people she’s studied are drawn to demanding jobs and intensive hobbies.—
Shayla Love,
New Yorker,
18 Feb. 2026
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The pink house on Main Street As a graduate of the Kansas City Art Institute, Kincaid is no stranger to creative hobbies and passions.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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Since the 2022 Games in Beijing, the Chinese government announced that around 313 million people had taken up ice and snow sports, or related leisure activities.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Vintage gems, like this Gucci 1999 piece, are also typical of the Rihanna school of style, from archival accessories and custom couture, to Chanel faux fur jackets, retro sports jerseys, or Galliano-era Dior saddle bags.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Avocations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avocations. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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