as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
an extremely serious scientist who is not much given to dalliance or idle chitchat
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Recent Examples of dalliance
Malik Rutherford, who combined with Singleton to account for 40 percent of the team’s receiving yards and touchdowns, decided to return to Tech and will suit up for the bowl game after a brief dalliance with the transfer portal.
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J.j. Bailey, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
This could resurrect old flames from the dead, as well as lead to unexpected dalliances with the biggest rake in town.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
When Cutler replies that Andy did in fact know, Martha dismisses her own affairs as minor dalliances.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
No one exemplifies the boom and bust – the flash and dalliances with the justice system – of the American Dream more than President Trump.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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J.j. Bailey, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
This could resurrect old flames from the dead, as well as lead to unexpected dalliances with the biggest rake in town.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
When Cutler replies that Andy did in fact know, Martha dismisses her own affairs as minor dalliances.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
No one exemplifies the boom and bust – the flash and dalliances with the justice system – of the American Dream more than President Trump.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dalliance
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Medical retreats are often located in tranquil settings—think serene beaches, lush forests, or peaceful mountains—that naturally promote relaxation.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, magnesium aids in calming the nervous system by regulating neurotransmitters, which can improve sleep quality and relaxation.—
Jennifer Shanker,
Flow Space,
6 Feb. 2025
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Yates’ second-degree murder conviction stemmed from killing inmate Nathan Marcus, 33, at a recreation yard, the CDCR has said.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacramento Bee,
24 Feb. 2025
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The Natural State's burgeoning outdoor recreation industry generated $7.3 billion in direct and indirect economic impact during 2023, per topline figures shared from a new report Monday.—
Worth Sparkman,
Axios,
24 Feb. 2025
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Madrid is currently at loggerheads with the league, its president Javier Tebas and referees over match officiating, which Atletico hasn’t wasted the opportunity to poke fun at online.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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So sit back, enjoy the issue and, above all: Have fun.—
James Fallon,
WWD,
22 Feb. 2025
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The official website for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which tech billionaire Elon Musk heads, was reportedly hacked on Friday, sending waves of confusion and amusement through the internet.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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There’s no shortage of diversions and amusements to fill your Sunday afternoon.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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Black, a former New York prosecutor, moves from East to West to become an entertainment lawyer.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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The new name pays tribute to Hamilton’s Red Hill Creek while embodying Abraham’s mission to amplify underrepresented voices in the entertainment industry.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Feb. 2025
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The casting is, indeed, exemplary—a minute’s silence for Bob the Drag Queen’s incredible snapbacks—but something is snagging my enjoyment.—
Raven Smith,
Vogue,
12 Feb. 2025
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In his speech, Krishna also pointed to Shannon’s work building robotic mice that solved mazes as an example of his enjoyment of play within his research.—
Ayesha Javed,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Dalliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dalliance. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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