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
Isolated economically and diplomatically by tough international sanctions for its terrorism and nuclear pursuits, the regime only wants to preserve itself.
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 12 Jan. 2026
Lorenzen came to the Royals in a 2024 trade with the Texas Rangers and became a key part of their postseason pursuits.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2026
Jackson Hole, Wyoming Home to Grand Tetons National Park, Jackson Hole is one of the country's most popular family vacation destinations for its staggering natural beauty and varied opportunities for outdoor pursuits like hiking, kayaking, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives.
—Josh Roberts, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
The Hoosiers hired Curt Cignetti two seasons ago and fueled his NIL pursuits.
—Chris Branch, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Her operational philosophy embraces simultaneous pursuits across multiple verticals.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026
Foothills is the sixth venture from the McKissicks, a local family whose business pursuits have evolved for the past two decades—from a farm to a butcher shop to this fresh iteration.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
The Oprah Winfrey Network's reality dating television series will feature the romantic pursuits of 20 Detroiters, men and women across a variety of professions in Detroit, according to the OWN website.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 7 Nov. 2025
A student at the University of Pennsylvania, Schnapp has balanced his large public profile with his academic pursuits.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 12 Jan. 2026
Lorenzen came to the Royals in a 2024 trade with the Texas Rangers and became a key part of their postseason pursuits.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2026
Jackson Hole, Wyoming Home to Grand Tetons National Park, Jackson Hole is one of the country's most popular family vacation destinations for its staggering natural beauty and varied opportunities for outdoor pursuits like hiking, kayaking, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives.
—Josh Roberts, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
The Hoosiers hired Curt Cignetti two seasons ago and fueled his NIL pursuits.
—Chris Branch, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Her operational philosophy embraces simultaneous pursuits across multiple verticals.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026
Foothills is the sixth venture from the McKissicks, a local family whose business pursuits have evolved for the past two decades—from a farm to a butcher shop to this fresh iteration.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
The Oprah Winfrey Network's reality dating television series will feature the romantic pursuits of 20 Detroiters, men and women across a variety of professions in Detroit, according to the OWN website.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 7 Nov. 2025
A student at the University of Pennsylvania, Schnapp has balanced his large public profile with his academic pursuits.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pursuits
Noun
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It’s filled to the brim with their most popular wares including leggings, sports bras, belt bags, and more.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is preparing for his team of lawyers to make their argument in front of the top court, a case defending the state's Save Women's Sports Act, which prohibits those who were assigned male at birth from playing on competitive female sports teams.—
Lauren Linder,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Per his bio, Noah had several hobbies, including swimming, beading and making drawings, especially of rainbows and butterflies.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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His favorite hobbies include bodysurfing the Jersey Shore and making the under-33 club at the Flamingo Miniature Golf Course.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Pursuits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pursuits. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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