escapism
noun
es·cap·ism
i-ˈskā-ˌpi-zəm 
: habitual diversion of the mind to purely imaginative activity or entertainment as an escape from reality or routine
Examples of escapism in a Sentence
Reading romantic novels is for her a form of escapism.
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Instead, Linklater’s Hit Man offers nearly two hours of pure escapism that many of us need.
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Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Santa comes early for Sony’s Sonic the Hedgehog 3 to the tune of $60-65 million at the domestic box office, off positive reviews and what’s likely to be enthusiastic endorsement from kids and parents for this funny family-friendly escapism.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
With the stress of a contentious election season, the chance for a little escapism is at the top of many minds.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
This is pure light-hearted escapism that’s bound to boost the box office in hard times.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
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Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Santa comes early for Sony’s Sonic the Hedgehog 3 to the tune of $60-65 million at the domestic box office, off positive reviews and what’s likely to be enthusiastic endorsement from kids and parents for this funny family-friendly escapism.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
With the stress of a contentious election season, the chance for a little escapism is at the top of many minds.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
This is pure light-hearted escapism that’s bound to boost the box office in hard times.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Escapism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/escapism. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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escapism
noun
es·cap·ism
is-ˈkā-ˌpiz-əm
: a habit of thinking or a form of entertainment about purely imaginary or amusing things that provides an escape from reality or everyday matters
Medical Definition
escapism
noun
es·cap·ism
is-ˈkā-ˌpiz-əm
: habitual diversion of the mind to purely imaginative activity or entertainment as an escape from reality or routine
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