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
Although their brief dalliance following Wilson's addition to the cast in 2023 ended on less than friendly terms, the pair have maintained a will-they-or-won't-they vibe ever since.
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Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Apr. 2026
Even its pricey dalliance with the NFL has favored the particular (a Christmas Day doubleheader) over the general (the Sunday afternoon national window).
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Now impotent as a result, Jan pushes Bess to find new lovers and tell him about her dalliances with them, an odyssey that eventually drives Bess to madness.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
The Bears have publicly made their dalliance with Indiana known since at least December, and Johnson has not put up much of a fight in all that time.
—David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
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Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Apr. 2026
Even its pricey dalliance with the NFL has favored the particular (a Christmas Day doubleheader) over the general (the Sunday afternoon national window).
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Now impotent as a result, Jan pushes Bess to find new lovers and tell him about her dalliances with them, an odyssey that eventually drives Bess to madness.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
The Bears have publicly made their dalliance with Indiana known since at least December, and Johnson has not put up much of a fight in all that time.
—David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dalliance
Noun
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The spa With 11 treatment rooms, including a couples’ area, and men’s and women’s relaxation areas with hydrotherapy areas, the spa is a substantial amenity.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Make waves at this pool party featuring relaxation, dancing, an extensive lineup of drag and burlesque performances and beats by Mothership Connection.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
Noun
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These teenagers are our children — overwhelmingly from the South and West sides, communities that are increasingly drained of safe places for them, like recreation centers, after-school programs, mental health resources and jobs.—
Desmon Yancy,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
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The latter is made possible by up to $650,000 in yearly matching grants from Colorado Parks & Wildlife, distributed to local and county governments, park and recreation departments, angling organizations, water districts and others.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
2 June 2026
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After all, those extensions that looked so good at your dinner and drinks might not prove as fun at the beach or water park.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
4 June 2026
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The Outer Banks, a group of barrier islands just off the North Carolina coast, placed 14th on the publication’s Top 18 list of getaways offering fun and relaxation for the whole family.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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The current 2% village amusement tax, originally introduced in 2019, is applied on the entry fees to all forms of discretionary entertainment, like going to the movie theater, watching a play or musical, visiting an amusement park or attending a sporting event.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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The word has always carried the sense of a mild or gentle expression of pleasure or amusement.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2026
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Get your daily dose of entertainment news, celebrity updates, and what to watch with our EW Dispatch newsletter.—
Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
3 June 2026
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One year after Saratoga Nights was introduced to revitalize downtown foot traffic, its organizers are evaluating how to make the event series better this year with more food offerings and more diverse entertainment.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
Noun
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To preserve the enjoyment factor, experts encourage admin daters to celebrate themselves and each other.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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In order to be able to tap into that requires a level of joy and a spirit of enjoyment.—
Rachel Chang,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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“Dalliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dalliance. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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