TIME KILLER Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

time killer

noun

Definition of time killer

as in pastime

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Recent Examples of time killer Even though Simone Biles was sitting out today, Hoda Kotb and Snoop Dogg chatted with the gymnast’s family in what was a network time killer by any other name. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 26 July 2024 The time killer of choice, as always with the Cats on a flight, will be poker. — Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 11 June 2024 The May 4 incident was the third time killer whales (Orcinus orca) have sunk a vessel off the coasts of Portugal and Spain in the past three years. — Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 24 May 2023

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Noun

Today’s Theme This crossword is a tribute to Scrabble, another beloved pastime of word nerds.

— New York Times, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2026
But our party cannot afford to keep being led by a man who sees politics as a pastime to build his own personal power.

— Caitlin Ogden, New York Daily News, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of pastime

Noun

The on-site spa, The Rittenhouse Spa and Club - Hair by Paul Labrecque, is a glorious urban escape complete with an indoor pool, outdoor sun deck, fitness center, full-service spa and salon, plus men’s grooming station.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026
There are larger forces at work, the stuff that hurts people who hurt people, and portraying that hurt (and its goal, escape) with understanding – not to say excuse-making – takes uncommon talent.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of escape

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Malkin says that her team has worked with him on 3D entertainment, something that the VR device is optimized for (Cameron recently acquired a company that intends to adapt studio library content to 3D).

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2026
Mirror Mix was executive produced by Michelle Bell, founder of Geo Massive and a brand partnerships and entertainment executive.

— Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of entertainment

Noun

During this conversation, Adam and Charles hear a creaking sound on the porch that ends up being Cathy with her head bashed in and gain another diversion point in their relationship.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
At the centuries-old Angkor temple complex, workers were opening water gates and diversion systems to reduce the risk of flooding at the archeological site.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of diversion

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This is even more true at Rumari Counter, a new experience with comfy stools for up to 10 diners per night who get the pleasure of eating a prix-fixe meal that will never be prepared again (the counter menu changes nightly).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
As with previous models, the overall experience is a pleasure for both work and play, particularly with the Liquid Retina display and responsive keyboard.

— Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of pleasure

Noun

The senior receiver made a game-winning, one-handed catch on fourth-and-goal for the Eagles in the closing seconds — and much to the delight of senior quarterback Sean Ruisz.

— Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
Cranston leaned into the theatrics, drilling into the bone to the delight of onlookers.

— Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of delight

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The Helton also comes with a removable pocket clip and a beaded lanyard that can be lark's footed around the attachment hole.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2026
DiGiannantonio was part of a group of six men, most of them young, married fathers working in industries such as general contracting and liquor sales, who opened Hooters on a lark.

— Hannah Goldfield, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of lark

Noun

Expect a pan-European menu of pimientos de padron peppers, warm leek salad and a surprising tuna Milanese with fun twists like a wagyu sando.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
Some of these products are practical, while others are just plain fun, but each one shows how surprising Amazon’s selection is.

— Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of fun

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