as in sports
an activity outside of one's regular occupation that is engaged in primarily for pleasure
a workaholic with few pursuits outside of the office
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Recent Examples of pursuits
Activision says the campaign storyline will take players from trench warfare in Korea to close-quarters battles in New York, to high-speed pursuits through Paris, SAS night raids in Mumbai, and city-wide assaults to reclaim territory.
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Jennifer Maas, Variety, 28 May 2026
Historically, the company’s largest pursuits were in the city center, including the Peachtree Center complex, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, the Hyatt Regency Atlanta and the city’s second-tallest building, Truist Plaza.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 28 May 2026
The shooting prompted protests over police use of force, and calls for police to stop foot pursuits altogether until the department overhauls its chase policies.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 28 May 2026
And should be, as far as Duffy is concerned, based on their grades and lists of pursuits.
—Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Instead of treating those earlier years as a hard stop, the Retire Sooner Method frames them as a phase change from full-time into part-time, consulting, encore, or entrepreneurial work that fits around a schedule full of meaningful and fun core pursuits.
—Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Given its natural beauty, outdoor pursuits—like skiing, hiking, and biking—are popular, but there are also a number of cultural activities for visitors to enjoy.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
Travel plans, educational pursuits or big-picture decisions force you to reassess the details.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Even when a person of color or woman candidate isn’t hired, being selected for an interview can strengthen that candidate’s credentials and help with future job pursuits.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 19 May 2026
Jennifer Maas, Variety, 28 May 2026
Historically, the company’s largest pursuits were in the city center, including the Peachtree Center complex, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, the Hyatt Regency Atlanta and the city’s second-tallest building, Truist Plaza.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 28 May 2026
The shooting prompted protests over police use of force, and calls for police to stop foot pursuits altogether until the department overhauls its chase policies.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 28 May 2026
And should be, as far as Duffy is concerned, based on their grades and lists of pursuits.
—Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Instead of treating those earlier years as a hard stop, the Retire Sooner Method frames them as a phase change from full-time into part-time, consulting, encore, or entrepreneurial work that fits around a schedule full of meaningful and fun core pursuits.
—Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Given its natural beauty, outdoor pursuits—like skiing, hiking, and biking—are popular, but there are also a number of cultural activities for visitors to enjoy.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
Travel plans, educational pursuits or big-picture decisions force you to reassess the details.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Even when a person of color or woman candidate isn’t hired, being selected for an interview can strengthen that candidate’s credentials and help with future job pursuits.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pursuits
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Her mandate spans entertainment TV networks — with marquee events like the Oscars and Grammys —streaming platforms Disney+ and Hulu and Disney’s sports portfolio, mainly comprised of ESPN’s linear and streaming options.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
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The commercial ecosystem surrounding global sports is also becoming creator-driven.—
Ian Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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This year’s fair will feature concerts at four venues and exhibits of artwork, woodworking, gardening, flowers, gems and minerals, hobbies, photography and K-12 student projects.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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One of my hobbies is talking to scammers online.—
Dan Piepenbring,
Harpers Magazine,
26 May 2026
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The cultural upbringing, hobbies, avocations, passions, and beliefs of Mercado and Oscar are virtually the same.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 May 2026
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“Pursuits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pursuits. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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