as in entertainment
an activity that allows people to forget about the real problems of life
The movie is pure escapism. Reading romantic novels is for her a form of escapism.
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Recent Examples of escapism
This is not meant to denigrate the value of escapism—or the value of the aesthetic experience any of these storytelling forms provide.
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Nathaniel Moore
september 10, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2025
And there is often an expectation of escapism in romance that precludes dealing realistically with money — or, for big media blockbusters, a cynical assumption that audiences won't enjoy a romcom which also takes the logistics of life seriously.
—Chelsea Fagan, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Molina is obsessed with escapism through movies, and is particularly obsessed with the diva Ingrid Luna, the titular Spider Woman, played here by Lopez.
—Samantha Allen, Them., 2 Sep. 2025
For decades, the Maldives has been the poster child for Indian Ocean escapism.
—Chris Schalkx, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
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Nathaniel Moore
september 10, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2025
And there is often an expectation of escapism in romance that precludes dealing realistically with money — or, for big media blockbusters, a cynical assumption that audiences won't enjoy a romcom which also takes the logistics of life seriously.
—Chelsea Fagan, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Molina is obsessed with escapism through movies, and is particularly obsessed with the diva Ingrid Luna, the titular Spider Woman, played here by Lopez.
—Samantha Allen, Them., 2 Sep. 2025
For decades, the Maldives has been the poster child for Indian Ocean escapism.
—Chris Schalkx, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for escapism
Noun
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The move, prompted by backlash from affiliate owners and FCC pressure, has sparked outrage across the entertainment industry.—
Amanda Castro
Shane Croucher
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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In 2020, however, Biglari’s criticism of Cracker Barrel was reignited after the company’s $133 million investment in Punch Bowl Social, a bar and entertainment concept, in 2019, failed during the pandemic.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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Test yourself on autumn amusements and federal firsts in this week's American Culture Quiz.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Vanna White, the show's longtime letter turner, responded, prompting some amusement from both Seacrest and Ault.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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And that robbed the viewing experience of some enjoyment.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
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In a culture that emphasizes saving face and meeting expectations, students were less motivated by curiosity or enjoyment and more by fear of letting others down.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Krylon has chosen Matte Coffee Bean, an earthy brown that the company says signals relaxation and wellness.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Given that this is south Florida, there’s a heavy focus on wellness and relaxation, with many of the amenities playing to those who care deeply about their health and fitness.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Escapism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escapism. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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