as in entertainment
an activity that allows people to forget about the real problems of life
The movie is pure escapism. Reading romantic novels is for her a form of escapism.
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Recent Examples of escapism
Spirit aperitifs are attractive for a number of reasons, including the popularity of lower alcohol by volume (ABV) drinks as a result of generations drinking less than ever before as well as escapism drinking trends.
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Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
And the escapism of the tabloids is something that is, in a way, very soothing for people.
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Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
Some of us were inspired as kids to pursue science by such tales; others have used epic extraterrestrial series as escapism from our regular lives.
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Brianne Kane,
Scientific American,
12 June 2026
And [‘Nomadland’] is a slow-moving thing about grief, and there’s no escapism to it.
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Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
And the escapism of the tabloids is something that is, in a way, very soothing for people.
—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
Some of us were inspired as kids to pursue science by such tales; others have used epic extraterrestrial series as escapism from our regular lives.
—
Brianne Kane,
Scientific American,
12 June 2026
And [‘Nomadland’] is a slow-moving thing about grief, and there’s no escapism to it.
—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for escapism
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New York Police shut down the immediate vicinity of Madison Square Garden and closed part of 7th Avenue bottlenecking traffic near the iconic sports and entertainment arena.
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Knoebels was named America’s best amusement and water park for 2026 in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards, which is based on reviews.
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Ureña, a 22-year-old right-hander who has emerged as another potential ace, speaks of Soriano with a giddy amusement mixed with a solemn respect for how the starter has survived in the big leagues.
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Transforming unused outdoor areas creates functional spaces for relaxation and enjoyment.
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While enjoyment often leads globally, its source is the work itself, not entertainment.
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Transforming unused outdoor areas creates functional spaces for relaxation and enjoyment.
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Pillars of Greek culture, like an open-air cinema and taverna-inspired dining, anchor the experience, which also offers a standalone spa plus fitness center complete with a Finnish sauna and outdoor yoga deck for extra relaxation.
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“Escapism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escapism. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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