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
Rose has shared photos and videos of Bluesy on social media over the years, tracking her daughter’s hobbies and milestone moments.
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Francesca Gariano, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
The perfect place to explore your interests Residents of Vi at Aventura have the full support of the Lifestyles Department to renew lifelong passions or pursue brand-new hobbies.
—Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Best Gifts for 11-Year-Olds Oh, to be an 11-year-old, discovering your favorite hobbies for the first time.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 31 Oct. 2025
Her hobbies include knitting and playing video games, according to her website.
—Michael Ruiz , Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
For his characters, fishing and hunting are hobbies, not burning obsessions.
—Tyler Austin Harper, The Atlantic, 30 Oct. 2025
On the one hand, the couple is looking forward to spending time with family, friends and each other, plus more time for hobbies and relaxation.
—Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2025
Consider hobbies like learning a new language, joining a weekly book club, or plotting out your garden for next spring.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 29 Oct. 2025
In an age in which so much of society has shifted to the digital landscape for everything from work to hobbies and beyond, gardening keeps you both physically active and palpably engaged with the external world.
—William Jones, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Francesca Gariano, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
The perfect place to explore your interests Residents of Vi at Aventura have the full support of the Lifestyles Department to renew lifelong passions or pursue brand-new hobbies.
—Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Best Gifts for 11-Year-Olds Oh, to be an 11-year-old, discovering your favorite hobbies for the first time.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 31 Oct. 2025
Her hobbies include knitting and playing video games, according to her website.
—Michael Ruiz , Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
For his characters, fishing and hunting are hobbies, not burning obsessions.
—Tyler Austin Harper, The Atlantic, 30 Oct. 2025
On the one hand, the couple is looking forward to spending time with family, friends and each other, plus more time for hobbies and relaxation.
—Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2025
Consider hobbies like learning a new language, joining a weekly book club, or plotting out your garden for next spring.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 29 Oct. 2025
In an age in which so much of society has shifted to the digital landscape for everything from work to hobbies and beyond, gardening keeps you both physically active and palpably engaged with the external world.
—William Jones, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hobbies
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Perched 1,800 feet above sea level, this quaint Swiss mountain town is a compact snow mecca that will inspire you to exchange designer boutiques and see-and-be-seen après hotspots for (family-friendly) outdoor pursuits.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
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If that’s you, feel free to set aside this review and move on to more high-minded pursuits.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
30 Oct. 2025
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The advisory board will consist of up to two delegates from each club, including investors, cultural leaders and sports legends.—
Jessica Golden,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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The vast majority of recent prediction markets growth has come from sports betting, a category that has come online only recently due to legal uncertainty.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Hobbies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hobbies. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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