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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 hobby
Once considered a niche, nerdy hobby, Dungeons and Dragons has rocketed to mainstream popularity, with Dimension 20 as one of its fastest-rising groups.
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Jordan Moreau, Variety, 26 Jan. 2025
Leiner said that Fanatics Collectibles’ goal is to potentially open other locations in major cities in Europe, which would hopefully inspire the opening of other hobby shops across those countries, as well as boost distribution into stores already selling cards.
—Ian Thomas, CNBC, 22 Jan. 2025
Take time for your hobbies and try online personality tests and quizzes to understand your core values and passions.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Take Up a New Hobby A hobby brings people together in structured, low-pressure ways.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 21 Jan. 2025
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Jordan Moreau, Variety, 26 Jan. 2025
Leiner said that Fanatics Collectibles’ goal is to potentially open other locations in major cities in Europe, which would hopefully inspire the opening of other hobby shops across those countries, as well as boost distribution into stores already selling cards.
—Ian Thomas, CNBC, 22 Jan. 2025
Take time for your hobbies and try online personality tests and quizzes to understand your core values and passions.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Take Up a New Hobby A hobby brings people together in structured, low-pressure ways.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 21 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for hobby
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hobby
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The Cubs earned a wild-card spot in ’98, and the owners made a ton off Sammy Sosa’s pursuit of the home-run record.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Jan. 2025
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Outside of being a wife and mother, the First Lady has earned recognition from her philanthropic pursuits by American Red Cross and Police Athletic League.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
28 Jan. 2025
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Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.—
Chantz Martin,
Fox News,
1 Feb. 2025
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram Lawrence Dow is a digital sports reporter from Philadelphia.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Jan. 2025
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These avocations can take many shapes—traveling, golf, time with family, snowboarding, knitting, hunting, gardening, fishing, church choir, college football, crossword puzzles, theater, cycling, and walking.—
Wes Moss,
Forbes,
17 Dec. 2024
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What began as an avocation turned into a serious occupation, as Fox Solomon turned to documenting the remnants of segregation visible in Chattanooga and across the South.—
Christina Cacouris,
The New Yorker,
24 Sep. 2024
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To the south, Yellowstone, a nearly 3,500-square-mile wilderness recreation area, sitting atop a volcanic hot spot, is a nature lover’s nirvana.—
Lynn O'Rourke Hayes,
Boston Herald,
2 Feb. 2025
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The launchable model is a detailed recreation of the Falcon 9 and retails for $149.99.—
Space.com Staff,
Space.com,
1 Feb. 2025
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Goose has made quite the name for himself on social media, earning a reputation as a source of endless amusement.—
Eric Fuller,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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On the bright side, at least his black eye has provided some source of amusement.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Hobby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hobby. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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