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escapism

noun

Definition of escapism

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 Lectra said sequins are up 40 percent and fringe 34 percent this spring and summer season—a signal that consumers crave escapism and individuality. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 Across both halves, Jepsen explores love, anxiety, joy, fear, escapism and the strange emotions that live somewhere in between. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 22 June 2026 And the escapism of the tabloids is something that is, in a way, very soothing for people. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026 Some of us were inspired as kids to pursue science by such tales; others have used epic extraterrestrial series as escapism from our regular lives. — Brianne Kane, Scientific American, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for escapism

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The debate over the development has played out amid a serious downturn in the region’s entertainment industry, with studios shifting film and television production to Georgia, New Mexico and other out-of-state locations.

— Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
Bands perform as the peaceful crowd saunters, with the visual entertainment of beefy men cooking barbecue on giant grills.

— Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

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When asked what matters most, respondents prioritized practicality (40%), value paired with quality (36%), and a three-way tie between technology, driving enjoyment, and performance (30% each).

— Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Conversations revolve around ingredients, craftsmanship, presentation and enjoyment, taking any assumptions of personal choice out of the equation.

— Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026

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The adjacent pool area is a dream for young kids—and any parent wanting a few minutes of worry-free relaxation on one of the deck chairs.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Baby yoga and reflexology sessions encourage relaxation and parent-child bonding.

— Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 14 July 2026

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