as in pursuits
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 hobbies
The result is not just a list of hobbies, but the outline of a sustainable weekly rhythm.
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Wes Moss,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The project is supported by City of Hobbies, a group of organizations supporting youth fellows in Charlotte who conduct research on the impact of hobbies and hobby-developing spaces.
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Diamy Wang,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2026
This is one of the best periods in a twelve-year cycle for true love and dating, fertility or connecting with children, expression and artistry, as well as hobbies and just having fun!
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Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
28 June 2026
So often kids lack offline hobbies that reinforce their sense of self, says Leah Jacobs, LMHC, founder and director at Digital Wellness Project.
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Parents,
27 June 2026
The two have no children and no apparent hobbies outside of their unrelenting obsession with art.
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Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
27 June 2026
Why Handmade Still Matters The story of By Winnie resonates during a time when hobbies are increasingly becoming more than just ways to pass the time.
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Aliyah Rodriguez,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2026
Demand for skywatching optics exploded during the COVID-19 pandemic, with people staying at home more and looking for outdoor hobbies.
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Harry Bennett,
Space.com,
26 June 2026
Wants cover discretionary spending like dining out, entertainment, hobbies and vacations.
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Faith Wakefield,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Wes Moss,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The project is supported by City of Hobbies, a group of organizations supporting youth fellows in Charlotte who conduct research on the impact of hobbies and hobby-developing spaces.
—
Diamy Wang,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2026
This is one of the best periods in a twelve-year cycle for true love and dating, fertility or connecting with children, expression and artistry, as well as hobbies and just having fun!
—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
28 June 2026
So often kids lack offline hobbies that reinforce their sense of self, says Leah Jacobs, LMHC, founder and director at Digital Wellness Project.
—
Parents,
27 June 2026
The two have no children and no apparent hobbies outside of their unrelenting obsession with art.
—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
27 June 2026
Why Handmade Still Matters The story of By Winnie resonates during a time when hobbies are increasingly becoming more than just ways to pass the time.
—
Aliyah Rodriguez,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2026
Demand for skywatching optics exploded during the COVID-19 pandemic, with people staying at home more and looking for outdoor hobbies.
—
Harry Bennett,
Space.com,
26 June 2026
Wants cover discretionary spending like dining out, entertainment, hobbies and vacations.
—
Faith Wakefield,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hobbies
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In a new interview, the actress reflected on her romantic pursuits while discussing her new movie, Couture.
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In my research on happy retirees, the relationship between core pursuits and satisfaction has been remarkably consistent.
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Unlike traditional sports chants, Jama blends music, rhythm and movement into an expression of community that exists well beyond the soccer field.
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Ed Davidson, Chief Growth Officer for LIONS, discussed with Sportico how the growing intersection of sports and the creative marketing industry has fueled the expansion of Lions Sport, bringing together global leaders from both sectors.
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Unlike in fields where avocations have to replace callings, academic retirees go on to pen as many articles and books as decline permits.
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“Hobbies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hobbies. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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