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as in amusement
the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public
we didn't stay for the featured entertainment because we don't care for comedy acts the film is purely for entertainment and not meant to be taken seriously
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as in recreation
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
what do you do for entertainment in this town?
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Recent Examples of entertainment
Some entertainment companies appear ready to forgive or at least forget the antisemitism, as SoFi Stadium announced this week that Ye will be headlining an appearance there on April 3.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
Even the entertainment scene often unfolds outside.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
Entering its 30th edition this year, Hong Kong Filmart is taking place at a time of unprecedented tech disruption in the media and entertainment industry, as well as political strife across huge swathes of the world.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2026
Overall, developers have suggested the redevelopment of the failing Founders Plaza office park including new buildings and hundreds of additional apartments along with restaurants, shops and entertainment venues — could cost more than $800 million.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
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Chris Willman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
Even the entertainment scene often unfolds outside.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
Entering its 30th edition this year, Hong Kong Filmart is taking place at a time of unprecedented tech disruption in the media and entertainment industry, as well as political strife across huge swathes of the world.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2026
Overall, developers have suggested the redevelopment of the failing Founders Plaza office park including new buildings and hundreds of additional apartments along with restaurants, shops and entertainment venues — could cost more than $800 million.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertainment
Noun
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The character designs are delightful, the physicality of the animals a constant source of amusement and the lush green backgrounds of the woodsy setting make Hoppers a treat for the eyes.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Mar. 2026
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The theatre of it all—the silly drama, the amusement—has survived the cross-country move gloriously intact.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Open positions include detention officer, recreation supervisor, certified medical assistant, psychiatrist, shift supervisor, assistant shift supervisor, master scheduler, locksmith, maintenance worker and human resource assistant.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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Officials proposed an addition to the recreation center that would include three different aquatic features, including a 25-yard pool featuring six to eight lanes for lap swimming, a warm water pool for fitness, therapy and swim lessons and a splash pad with slides.—
Alicia Fabbre,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Manz requested that the restaurant shell out $100,000 to compensate him for medical expenses, pain and suffering, emotional distress and lost enjoyment of his New York City trip.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
12 Mar. 2026
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That’s because proper grading and drainage lay the foundation for healthy soil and plants, and good design shapes a functional flow in your everyday enjoyment of the garden, from utility paths to outlets, hose spigots, and lighting.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Now Florida does have laws around diversion, being able to seal records, and yes, those are things that were afforded to me.—
March 8,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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But, Cantin said, if anyone resists leaving, they will be taken to the city’s diversion center where they’ll be offered additional services.—
Caroline Silva,
AJC.com,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Oil prices have surged above $100 a barrel after more major Middle East countries started reducing production, as storage fills up due to the closure of Hormuz.—
Louise Moon,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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For now, neither country has reduced production.—
Amena Bakr,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The back half of the store, however, is where the fun really begins.—
Dan Stahl,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
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Kids might seem like a tough audience to program for, but like anyone else, selections can be tailored to them in ways that are exciting, fun, and elastic.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Follow delight by letting creativity lead!—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Dobbins is a delight to watch and even more fun to talk to.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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When the sun sinks below the horizon, nothing beats the retro pleasure of a movie under the twinkling stars.—
Zoey Goto,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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In the end, his sheer inattention to your pleasure was what made the decision for you.—
Addie Citchens,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Entertainment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entertainment. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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