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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Reflecting on whether our professional pursuits are purpose-driven or solely financially motivated is a cornerstone in shaping a career that resonates deeply with our authentic aspirations.—
Essence,
Essence,
2 Jan. 2025 -
If you’ve been feeling blocked in your creative pursuits or are simply looking for more love in your life, this transit could feel like a breath of fresh air.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
2 Jan. 2025
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One way to simplify the gift-giving process is by leaning into their hobbies.—
Jené Luciani Sena,
Fox News,
22 Mar. 2025
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More young people are deleting their accounts, adopting old-school flip phones, picking up analog hobbies and embracing digital minimalism.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Avocations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avocations. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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