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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
As the series unfurled, proving to a skeptical entertainment industry that women can be compelling antiheroes too, much of that talk revolved around Byrne.
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Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
Sumney — who had roles in A24’s The Idol and MaXXXine — describes a common refrain among today’s recording artists dipping their toes into broader entertainment.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
Charter Communications has appointed Nick Jeffery as its chief operating officer to lead marketing and sales and field and customer operations across Spectrum’s residential, business and entertainment services.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
Analog bags are the latest TikTok trend for screen-free entertainment on the go.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 25 Feb. 2026
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Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
Sumney — who had roles in A24’s The Idol and MaXXXine — describes a common refrain among today’s recording artists dipping their toes into broader entertainment.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
Charter Communications has appointed Nick Jeffery as its chief operating officer to lead marketing and sales and field and customer operations across Spectrum’s residential, business and entertainment services.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
Analog bags are the latest TikTok trend for screen-free entertainment on the go.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertainment
Noun
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Sure enough, the boys began to connect and disconnect people's calls simply for their own amusement.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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In addition to a huge trampoline area with dodgeball, a ninja course, knockout basketball, a launch pad and a battle pit, the amusement center has other attractions like bowling, virtual reality, an arcade and a rock climbing wall.—
Catherine Messier,
The Providence Journal,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The standout feature is the 14,200-square-foot, two-story recreation center.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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The city has about 340 tobacco retailers, and Aurora Partners says more than 100 of those outlets are located within 1,000 feet of schools and recreation centers.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
24 Feb. 2026
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The set includes two armchairs, a loveseat, and sleek glass-top coffee table, all crafted from waterproof, weather-resistant synthetic wicker to ensure years of enjoyment.—
Melanie Fincher,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
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Vines flower spring through fall for months of color and enjoyment.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
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Now that Greenland was a predictably embarrassing bust, what’s the next diversion from those files?—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
21 Feb. 2026
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According to Jefferson County Circuit Court records, Soto-Pantoja is part of a pretrial diversion program that allows for a criminal case to be expunged after five years of law-abiding behavior, including paying fees and passing drug tests, Mascagni said.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
19 Feb. 2026
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The production model is scheduled to go on sale locally later in 2026.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
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Both opera and dance are at home in the stone amphitheater, which each summer hosts a popular opera festival with lavish productions and the gala dance performance titled Roberto Bolle and Friends.—
Colleen Barry,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
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Coach Rick Hirtensteiner said Young dealt with the pressure by just trying to have fun, and Sheffer, playing with his younger brother, Ryan, a starting shortstop, appeared to do just that Wednesday.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Since 1900, the club has served youths ages 5 to 18 through high-quality programs in a safe, supportive environment where young people can learn, grow and have fun.—
Will Richmond,
The Providence Journal,
19 Feb. 2026
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In a season with Cirie, Colby, and Ozzy, there is no comparison to the delight and joy these 50 cast members possess when talking about Coach.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
25 Feb. 2026
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Another unexpected delight came earlier in the trip, in Singapore, where the Conrad Singapore Orchard arranged a visit to The Intan through its 1/3/5 program.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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Surveying the city across the tops of the cathedral in Vieuz Lyon, over the rivers Rhone and Saone below, all the way to Mont Blanc on the horizon while the bell towers mark the slow passing of time is an unforgettable pleasure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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New Orleans-Style Beignets for Mardi Gras Biting into a pillowy, powdered beignet still fresh from the fryer is one of life’s finest pleasures, and there’s no time like Mardi Gras to indulge in one of New Orleans’ most famous dishes.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Entertainment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entertainment. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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