as in pursuits
an activity outside of one's regular occupation that is engaged in primarily for pleasure
his ranch is just a weekend hobby—he makes his real money as an investment banker
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Recent Examples of hobbies
Solomon had retired from a career in law enforcement, and was settling into a new routine, making time for exercise and hobbies, such as splitting wood on his farm.
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Allison Aubrey, NPR, 7 Sep. 2025
Some other areas of your life that could experience big changes are around creative endeavors, children or hobbies.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Since 2023, the percentage of individuals spending six to 10 hours per week on their hobbies has increased by eight percentage points according to CivicScience.
—Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
Spend time with people who discuss hobbies, interests and celebrate milestones, no matter how small.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Some commenters had questions relating to the children's own desires for their hobbies.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Some people seek therapy, some meditate, and others have hobbies, which serve as their outlet.
—Dontaira Terrell, Refinery29, 27 Aug. 2025
Most videos start with creators setting their goals for the month, many of which centered around reading new books, exploring hobbies, and building better habits.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 6 Aug. 2025
For a rich businessperson, Frank has some questionable hobbies.
—James Mercadante, EW.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Allison Aubrey, NPR, 7 Sep. 2025
Some other areas of your life that could experience big changes are around creative endeavors, children or hobbies.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Since 2023, the percentage of individuals spending six to 10 hours per week on their hobbies has increased by eight percentage points according to CivicScience.
—Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
Spend time with people who discuss hobbies, interests and celebrate milestones, no matter how small.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Some commenters had questions relating to the children's own desires for their hobbies.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Some people seek therapy, some meditate, and others have hobbies, which serve as their outlet.
—Dontaira Terrell, Refinery29, 27 Aug. 2025
Most videos start with creators setting their goals for the month, many of which centered around reading new books, exploring hobbies, and building better habits.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 6 Aug. 2025
For a rich businessperson, Frank has some questionable hobbies.
—James Mercadante, EW.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hobbies
Noun
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Another way this week may affect you is in relation to intellectual pursuits, communication projects or contracts.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Richard Hughes’ reputation is at an all-time high, given the success of his negotiations with Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk last season, allied with his successful pursuits of Wirtz, Isak, Hugo Ekitike, et al.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Winners are announced each Friday online and in the print edition of the Mercury News and East Bay Times sports sections.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
11 Sep. 2025
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The confluence of events creates an uncertainty about both the present and future of women’s sports leagues in America.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Hobbies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hobbies. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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