dalliance

noun

ˈda-lē-ən(t)s How to pronounce dalliance (audio)
Definition of dalliancenext
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 Some artists have eras, experimental phases, detours, creative dalliances; Arthur Russell’s career, for all its seeming contradictions—classical minimalism and lascivious disco, Zen Buddhist mantras and winsome country pop—was a continuum. — Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 27 June 2026 For most of the people, there are some love triangles and dalliances and some broken hearts along with a lot of tension between a lot of the crew. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026 The executive noted that Gucci, founded in 1921, has had dalliances with the car industry and auto racing, mentioning that the grandson of founder Aldo Gucci was a race car drive. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 27 May 2026 Eurovision 2026 isn’t Austria’s first dalliance with music’s campiest spectacle. — Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for dalliance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dalliance
  1. relaxation
  2. recreation
  3. fun
  4. amusement
  5. entertainment
  6. enjoyment
Noun
  • These resorts make relaxation as easy as possible, without losing sight of what makes each locale worth visiting and offering plenty of opportunities for those looking to experience what makes the destination special.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Bananas contain nutrients like magnesium and vitamin B6 that promote relaxation and sleep.
    — Carley Millhone, HEALTH, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of relaxation
Noun
  • Her 2027 budget proposal would shutter a neighborhood library in Dayton’s Bluff, while cutting hours at recreation centers across the city.
    — Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The structure will support water treatment, utilities, recreation, commercial facilities, and other essential services within the development.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of recreation
Noun
  • Leo July 23 – August 22 The fun plan in the group chat may need a little more flexibility today.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 20 Aug. 2026
  • June 21 – July 22 A clear budget can make today’s fun easier to enjoy.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of fun
Noun
  • And the crowd on-hand watching the festivities roared in amusement.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 20 Aug. 2026
  • New Atlas The rides were in varying stages of decay, and there seemed to be a lot of orphaned carousel horses from other amusement centers dotted across the park.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of amusement
Noun
  • Except that’s how the entertainment business works these days, and those deals did pay them millions (the Netflix production deal was reported to be in the $100-million range).
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026
  • There is a popular misconception that home entertainment has steadily diminished theatrical exhibition.
    — Cory Jacobson, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of entertainment
Noun
  • In 2028, American Airlines will upgrade many of its smaller Airbus and Boeing jets, adding 4K screens with Bluetooth audio to seatbacks for passengers' enjoyment.
    — Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Evans said Collinson’s research indicates that the ability to rest and decompress at the beginning of a journey can influence the enjoyment that follows.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of enjoyment

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